Naples · May
Low seasonItaly · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 14° (57°)8– (46–)18 (64) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)22 (72) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)18– (64–)29 (84) | 28° (82°)22– (72–)34 (93) | 31° (88°)27– (81–)35 (95) | 31° (88°)26– (79–)36 (97) | 28° (82°)22– (72–)32 (90) | 23° (73°)17– (63–)27 (81) | 19° (66°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)19 (66) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 6° (43°)0– (32–)12 (54) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)12 (54) | 8° (46°)2– (36–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)25 (77) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)25 (77) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 15° (59°)8– (46–)19 (66) | 11° (52°)3– (37–)16 (61) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)13 (55) |
☀️Sunshine | 4h | 5h | 6h | 8h | 8h | 9h | 10h | 9h | 7h | 6h | 4h | 4h |
🌊Water Temp | 16° (61°) | 15° (59°) | 15° (59°) | 16° (61°) | 19° (66°) | 23° (73°) | 25° (77°) | 26° (79°) | 25° (77°) | 22° (72°) | 20° (68°) | 17° (63°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d114mm (4.5") | 7d71mm (2.8") | 6d81mm (3.2") | 5d62mm (2.5") | 4d42mm (1.6") | 2d37mm (1.5") | 1d19mm (0.7") | 2d15mm (0.6") | 5d80mm (3.1") | 5d82mm (3.2") | 9d154mm (6.0") | 7d93mm (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 is an acceptable travel month for Naples — conditions are fine, though June, July, August, and September offer even better weather.
Daytime highs average 24°C (75°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 20°C (68°F)). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 42 mm (1.7 in) total. The sea is 19°C (66°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Spring: Pompeii, Herculaneum and Paestum without battling the heat. The Amalfi Coast (1 hour away) blooms with lemons and bougainvillea. Neapolitan pizza on a chair outside the door.
Packing list for Naples in May
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Naples?
- May is not an optimal month for Naples (Score: 71/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Naples in May?
- In May, Naples sees daily highs of 24°C (75°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 20°C (68°F). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F).
- How much rain falls in Naples in May?
- In May, Naples receives an average of 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Naples get in May?
- Naples averages 8 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Naples in May?
- Water temperature in Naples in May averages 19°C (66°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
