ItalyThe weather in May in Sicily
It's pleasantly warm in May in Sicily with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 16°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Sicily. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Sicily, Italy. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2020, Sicily reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Sicily is 20°C this month. Refreshing if you feel like a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 25 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Sicily
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sicily. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Sicily | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 21°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 11°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 25 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Sicily with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 13°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 21°C, with nights around 14°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Sicily is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Sicily is based on weather data from Palermo. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Sicily to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Sicily, Italy. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Sicily
Temperature in May in Sicily over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Sicily, Italy. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Sicily
Total precipitation in May in Sicily over the years
Daily UV index in May in Sicily
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Sicily, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Sicily by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sicily. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.