Lake Maggiore · May
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 7° | 9° | 13° | 17° | 21° | 25° | 28° | 27° | 23° | 17° | 11° | 8° |
MINMIN | 0° | 1° | 4° | 8° | 12° | 16° | 18° | 17° | 14° | 10° | 5° | 1° |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 5h UV 3 | 4h UV 3 |
🌧Rain Days | 5d62mm | 5d77mm | 6d87mm | 9d128mm | 12d174mm | 10d143mm | 9d141mm | 9d160mm | 8d137mm | 8d160mm | 8d172mm | 5d97mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May in Lake Maggiore offers acceptable conditions — but it's not among the top travel months. Those looking for ideal weather should visit in June, July, August, and September.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 20°C, cooling to 11°C at night (daily average: 16°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 12 rain days with 174 mm total.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Packing list for Lake Maggiore in May
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Lake Maggiore?
- May is not an optimal month for Lake Maggiore (Score: 53/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Lake Maggiore in May?
- In May, Lake Maggiore sees daily highs of 20°C. Nights cool to 11°C, with a daily average of 16°C.
- How much rain falls in Lake Maggiore in May?
- In May, Lake Maggiore receives an average of 174 mm of rain over 12 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Lake Maggiore get in May?
- Lake Maggiore averages 7 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
