Normal weather for Sicily in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Sicily with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 16°C.
In May, there is an average of 25 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Sicily in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
21°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
23°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
17°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
25 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 days | 8 days | |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Sicily with mild temperatures, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights close to 13°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 21°C, with nights close to 14°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Sicily will be around 23°C, with nights close to 16°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
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Water temperature
The water temperature at Sicily is 20°C this month. Refreshing if you fancy a swim.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Sicily?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Sicily. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Sicily in May
With 39°C, Sicily hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 4°C to a high of 24°C.
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The climate of Sicily is based on weather data from Palermo. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Sicily for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in May in Sicily
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Sicily, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Sicily
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Sicily, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 6 days of rain in Sicily.
Daily UV Index in May in Sicily
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Sicily, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Sicily Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Sicily, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Sicily Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Sicily, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Sicily
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Sicily. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Sicily by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sicily. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
