Sicily weather in May
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers. Average highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C, with around 7 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Sicily. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
22°C
Average low
10°C
Rainy days
7 days
Best months to visit
May, June, July, August, September, October
What to do in Sicily in May
Whatever the weather, Sicily rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Visit the Valley of the Temples (Greek archaeological site)
Explore Palermo's chaotic markets (Vucciria, Ballarò, Capo)
Tour Mondello beach near Palermo
Visit the Aeolian Islands for volcanic landscapes
Taste arancini, pasta alla Norma, and granita
Hike Mount Etna's volcanic slopes
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
11C
Cool, with occasional showers.
February
12C
Cool, with occasional showers.
March
14C
Cool, with occasional showers.
April
17C
Cool, with occasional showers.
Recommended
May (you are here)
22C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
June
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
33C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
32C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
27C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
October
22C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
November
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
December
13C
Cool, with occasional showers.
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