Lake Como · May
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 6° (43°)0– (32–)11 (52) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)4– (39–)19 (66) | 16° (61°)8– (46–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)11– (52–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)16– (61–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)19– (66–)31 (88) | 26° (79°)17– (63–)30 (86) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)26 (79) | 16° (61°)9– (48–)21 (70) | 11° (52°)3– (37–)16 (61) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)12 (54) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 0° (32°)-6– (21–)4 (39) | 0° (32°)-5– (23–)5 (41) | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)8 (46) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)11 (52) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)17 (63) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)13 (55) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 0° (32°)-5– (23–)5 (41) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 5 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 4h UV 3 | 4h UV 2 |
🌧Rain Days | 5d64mm (2.5") | 5d78mm (3.1") | 6d90mm (3.5") | 8d132mm (5.2") | 12d180mm (7.1") | 10d149mm (5.9") | 9d150mm (5.9") | 9d154mm (6.0") | 8d139mm (5.5") | 8d160mm (6.3") | 8d168mm (6.6") | 5d93mm (3.7") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May in Lake Como is on the cool side — with highs around 20°C (68°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime highs average 20°C (68°F), cooling to 11°C (52°F) at night (daily average: 15°C (59°F)). Peaks reach around 26°C (79°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 12 rain days with 180 mm (7.1 in) total.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Packing list for Lake Como in May
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Lake Como?
- May is not an optimal month for Lake Como (Score: 49/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Lake Como in May?
- In May, Lake Como sees daily highs of 20°C (68°F). Nights cool to 11°C (52°F), with a daily average of 15°C (59°F). Peaks reach around 26°C (79°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F).
- How much rain falls in Lake Como in May?
- In May, Lake Como receives an average of 180 mm (7.1 in) of rain over 12 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Lake Como get in May?
- Lake Como averages 7 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
