Rome Weather in May
Italy · May climate averages and travel tips
Avg high24°C (75°F)
Avg low13°C (56°F)
Rainfall55 mm (2.2 in)
RatingExcellent 9.6/10
In May, Rome has average highs of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 13°C (56°F). May is spring in Italy. The month is fairly dry, with about 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain spread over 10 days. You get roughly 14.4 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is May a good time to visit Rome?
Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Rome. The weather rates excellent (9.6/10) on our comfort score.
May weather at a glance
| Average high | 24°C (75°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 13°C (56°F) |
| Daily mean | 19°C (65°F) |
| Rainfall | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 10 |
| Humidity | 68% |
| Cloud cover | 42% |
| Daylight | 14.4 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 9.2 hours/day |
| Wind | 8.1 km/h |
| vs April | 4°C warmer than April, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Rome in May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Rome weather in other months
Jan12°C / 4°C73 mmFairFeb13°C / 5°C78 mmGoodMar16°C / 6°C72 mmGoodApr20°C / 10°C51 mmExcellentMay24°C / 13°C55 mmExcellentJun29°C / 18°C35 mmExcellentJul33°C / 21°C23 mmGoodAug33°C / 21°C24 mmGoodSep28°C / 18°C68 mmExcellentOct23°C / 14°C79 mmExcellentNov18°C / 10°C121 mmGoodDec13°C / 5°C89 mmFair
← AprilBest time to visit RomeJune →
Nearby in May
- Vatican City24°C · 55 mm
- Naples23°C · 48 mm
- San Marino18°C · 72 mm
- Florence22°C · 65 mm
- Pisa23°C · 55 mm
- Bologna24°C · 69 mm
Where else is good in May? See where to go in May.