May · Italy
Best time to visit Amalfi in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Amalfi in May
Average temperature 19°C, 43 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.3/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 43 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Amalfi scores 9.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 19°C, 43 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Amalfi anchors the cliff-hugging Amalfi Coast-Arab-Norman cathedral, lemon terraces, and ferry hops to Positano and Capri. Best window: April-June and September-October.
May ranks 2nd of 12 for Amalfi — one of the best windows
May averages 19°C (67°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Expect 43 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.3 daylight hours.
A 9.3/10 puts this among the year's best months in Amalfi (2nd of 12); only April scores higher, at 9.7/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Amalfi in May?
- In May, Amalfi averages 19°C, 43 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Amalfi?
- May earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Amalfi in May?
- Expect about 43 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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