May · Italy
Best time to visit Matera in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Matera in May
Average temperature 19°C, 42 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 69% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.6/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 42 mm
- Humidity
- 69%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
May in Matera scores 9.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 19°C, 42 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Matera’s Sassi cave districts cascade down a ravine-one of Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited landscapes. Best window: April-June and September-October.
May: the best month of the year in Matera
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 42 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.3 daylight hours.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Matera at 9.6/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Matera in May?
- In May, Matera averages 19°C, 42 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Matera?
- May earns a 9.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Matera in May?
- Expect about 42 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 69% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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