Tuscany · 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 | 11° (52°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)6– (43–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)8– (46–)21 (70) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)16– (61–)29 (84) | 29° (84°)21– (70–)34 (93) | 32° (90°)26– (79–)36 (97) | 32° (90°)24– (75–)36 (97) | 27° (81°)19– (66–)32 (90) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)25 (77) | 16° (61°)9– (48–)21 (70) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 3° (37°)-4– (25–)9 (48) | 4° (39°)-4– (25–)10 (50) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)11 (52) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)14 (57) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)16 (61) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)21 (70) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 16° (61°)9– (48–)21 (70) | 12° (54°)5– (41–)17 (63) | 8° (46°)-2– (28–)14 (57) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)11 (52) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 4 | 7h UV 5 | 9h UV 6 | 11h UV 7 | 12h UV 8 | 13h UV 9 | 13h UV 8 | 12h UV 8 | 10h UV 7 | 8h UV 5 | 7h UV 4 | 7h UV 4 |
🌧Rain Days | 6d59mm (2.3") | 6d55mm (2.2") | 7d58mm (2.3") | 6d51mm (2.0") | 7d58mm (2.3") | 5d35mm (1.4") | 3d23mm (0.9") | 3d34mm (1.3") | 6d62mm (2.4") | 6d73mm (2.9") | 9d107mm (4.2") | 8d75mm (2.9") |
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 Tuscany — conditions are fine, though June, July, August, and September offer even better weather.
Daytime highs average 24°C (75°F), cooling to 13°C (55°F) at night (daily average: 18°C (64°F)). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 7°C (45°F). With 12 sunshine hours per day, May is one of the sunniest months — 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain over 7 days.
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 Tuscany in May
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Tuscany?
- May is not an optimal month for Tuscany (Score: 67/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Tuscany in May?
- In May, Tuscany sees daily highs of 24°C (75°F). Nights cool to 13°C (55°F), with a daily average of 18°C (64°F). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 7°C (45°F).
- How much rain falls in Tuscany in May?
- In May, Tuscany receives an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Tuscany get in May?
- Tuscany averages 12 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
