May weather forecast
Naples, Italy

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A distant view of Mount Vesuvius, from Naples in Italy, with a beautiful blue waterfront
A distant view of Mount Vesuvius, from Naples in Italy, with a beautiful blue waterfront

Weather in May

Typical Mediterranean characteristics punctuate May's weather in Naples. The climate is generally pleasant with the absence of biting cold or scorching heat. This is one of the sunniest months, as it outshines April with an increased number of daylight hours. Rainfall becomes less frequent, and humidity is well-balanced. With temperatures peaking well into the twenties, there’s even the opportunity for some beach days in this sunny and delightful prelude to summer.

Temperature

Naples starts May with an average high-temperature of a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F), a minor shift from April's 18.4°C (65.1°F). Naples records an average low of 14.8°C (58.6°F) throughout the nights in May.

Humidity

In Naples, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Naples, in May, during 12.3 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Naples, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.4 days and collects up to 569mm (22.4") of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In Naples, in May, the average water temperature is 19°C (66.2°F).
Note: The enjoyment of swimming decreases for most when the surface water temperature is 19°C (66.2°F). Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as temperatures descend below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Naples, Italy, is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May in Naples, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 19:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 20:27 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Naples is 10.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Naples is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Naples in May?

The high-temperature in Naples, Italy, during May is 21.3°C (70.3°F) and the low-temperature is 14.8°C (58.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Naples?

In May, the average relative humidity in Naples is 69%.

How much does it rain in Naples in May?

In Naples, Italy, during May, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Naples?

March through December are months without snowfall in Naples.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Naples?

In Naples, Italy, in May, the average water temperature is 19°C (66.2°F). For most, swimming in 19°C (66.2°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

How many hours of daylight does Naples have in May?

The average day length in May in Naples is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Naples?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 19:59. On the last day of the month, in Naples, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 20:27 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Naples?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Naples is 10.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Naples?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Naples, Italy

Average temperature in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average high temperature in May: 21.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (7.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Naples, Italy

Average pressure in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Naples, Italy

Average wind speed in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Naples, Italy

Average humidity in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and November (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in May
Naples, Italy

Average rainfall in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average rainfall in May: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (114mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (8mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Naples, Italy

Average rainfall days in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Naples, Italy

Average snowfall in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Naples, Italy

Average snowfall days in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Naples, Italy

Average sea temperature in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average sea temperature in May: 19°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.9°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Naples, Italy

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Naples, Italy

Average sunshine days in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Naples, Italy

Average UV index in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Naples, Italy

Average cloud cover in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Naples, Italy

Average visibility in May - Naples, Italy
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Naples, Italy

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