Sicily · May
Low seasonItaly · Europe
Max Temp
22.2°C
Min Temp
16°C
Sunshine
9.5 h/day
Rain Days
2 days
Water Temp
19.6°C
Rainfall
38.2 mm
Humidity
73%
Avg Temp
19.2°C
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May is an acceptable travel month for Sicily — conditions are fine, though June, July, August, and September offer even better weather.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 22°C, cooling to 16°C at night (daily average: 19°C). With 10 sunshine hours per day, May is one of the sunniest months — 38 mm of rain over 2 days. The sea is 20°C — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Frühling: Mandeln und Zitronen in Blüte, der Tempel von Selinunte im Mohnblumenmeer. Palermo und Taormina noch ohne Hochsommermassen, Ätna-Besteigungen in idealen Bedingungen.
Packing list for Sicily in May
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Leichte Jacke für kühle Abende
- Badezeug (Wasser ist noch etwas frisch)
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Sicily?
- May is not an optimal month for Sicily (Score: 80/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Sicily in May?
- In May, Sicily sees daily highs of 22°C. Nights cool to 16°C, with a daily average of 19°C.
- How much rain falls in Sicily in May?
- In May, Sicily receives an average of 38 mm of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Sicily get in May?
- Sicily averages 10 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Sicily in May?
- Water temperature in Sicily in May averages 20°C — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
