Monthly climate guide
Naples weather in May
May in Naples is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 22°C (71°F) and night-time lows near 13°C (55°F). The month usually brings about 59 mm of rain (some rain) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than April and 6°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Just 30 km apart, but Naples runs about 2°C warmer than Sorrento this month.
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Naples.
- It warms up quickly from here: by June highs are about 6°C higher.
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Spaccanapoli and Castel dell'Ovo.
Avg high
22°C
71°F
Avg low
13°C
55°F
Rainfall
59 mm
some rain
Humidity
71%
relative
Sky
45%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Naples weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C / 52°F | 4°C / 40°F | 78 mm | 84% | 56% |
| February | 12°C / 53°F | 5°C / 40°F | 66 mm | 83% | 57% |
| March | 15°C / 58°F | 6°C / 44°F | 69 mm | 80% | 53% |
| April | 19°C / 65°F | 9°C / 49°F | 49 mm | 75% | 48% |
| May | 22°C / 71°F | 13°C / 55°F | 59 mm | 71% | 45% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 17°C / 63°F | 31 mm | 63% | 28% |
| July | 31°C / 89°F | 20°C / 68°F | 30 mm | 58% | 17% |
| August | 32°C / 90°F | 21°C / 70°F | 28 mm | 57% | 16% |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 17°C / 63°F | 68 mm | 66% | 35% |
| October | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 56°F | 83 mm | 74% | 41% |
| November | 17°C / 63°F | 10°C / 50°F | 106 mm | 83% | 52% |
| December | 13°C / 55°F | 6°C / 42°F | 65 mm | 83% | 49% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May a good time to visit Naples?
Our Naples guide recommends: Spring (April–June) or autumn (September–October) for comfortable sightseeing weather.
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Best time to visit Naples →Other Italy cities in May
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Naples in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Naples?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Naples, with highs around 22°C and about 59 mm of rain.
How warm is Naples in May?
Average highs are about 22°C (71°F) and average lows about 13°C (55°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Naples in May?
Naples typically gets around 59 mm of rain in May — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Naples?
Spring (April–June) or autumn (September–October) for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Naples (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.