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Ancona in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Ancona in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Ancona, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Ancona in May 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Ancona in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +20°C and approximately 13 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 5 rainy days and 49 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+20°C
Avg. max. temperature
+6°C
Min.
+29°C
Max.
49 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
13 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Ancona has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Ancona in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Ancona for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +29°C during the day to a minimum of +9°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +24°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +17°C to +25°C.

Is Ancona warm or cold in May?

Ancona is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +15°C to +20°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +11°C to +15°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Ancona:

Climate in Ancona in May

Ancona weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+15°C+20°C+24°C
Min. temperature
+1°C+6°C+11°C
Max. temperature
+26°C+29°C+35°C
Rainfall
54 mm49 mm37 mm
Wind
2 m/s1 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
72%71%67%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1013 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
111317
Cloudy days
13139
Rainy days
654
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +15°C to +20°C during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 54 mm to 49 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 71%. Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 2 m/s to 1 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 11 to 13.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in June as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Ancona in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Ancona is gradually increasing during May, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Ancona based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 23% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 18 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 7 rainy days during May, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Ancona wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 23% chance of precipitation and 69 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 29 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Ancona?

This is the weather in Ancona in May 2023:
1 May
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+17°C
2 May
☁️
+18°C
3 May
☁️
+20°C
4 May
☁️
+20°C
5 May
🌧️
+19°C
6 May
🌧️
+18°C
7 May
☁️
+17°C
8 May
☁️
+18°C
9 May
☀️
+20°C
10 May
☀️
+22°C
11 May
☀️
+26°C
12 May
☀️
+26°C
13 May
☀️
+25°C
14 May
☁️
+25°C
15 May
☁️
+25°C
16 May
☀️
+27°C
17 May
☀️
+25°C
18 May
☁️
+23°C
19 May
☀️
+24°C
20 May
☀️
+26°C
21 May
☀️
+28°C
22 May
☁️
+27°C
23 May
☁️
+29°C
24 May
☁️
+28°C
25 May
☁️
+29°C
26 May
☁️
+26°C
27 May
☁️
+26°C
28 May
☁️
+27°C
29 May
🌧️
+20°C
30 May
☁️
+23°C
31 May
☁️
+25°C
In May 2023 Ancona had 10 sunny days, 18 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +24°C, with an absolute maximum of +29°C and a minimum of +17°C. The average humidity was 57%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 10%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Ancona climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Ancona in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1991 (+18°C) and the highest in 2022 (+26°C). The driest year was 1992 with only 4 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1979 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Ancona in May:

Is May a good time to visit Ancona?

May is a really good time to go to Ancona. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Ancona.

Can you sunbathe in Ancona in May?

May has mild temperatures in Ancona. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Ancona rainy in May?

Ancona is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Ancona in May?

The amount of sunny days in Ancona during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

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Monthly weather in Ancona

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Ancona, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.