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Bari in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Bari in May and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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May

Weather in Bari in May 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Fresh water
Weather for Bari in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +22°C during the day, and approximately 14 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 11 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 45 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+22°C
Avg. max. temperature
+7°C
Min.
+33°C
Max.
45 mm
Total precipitation
67%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
14 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Bari has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Bari in May

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

The expected average maximum temperature in May is +22°C with a maximum of +26°C and a minimum of +12°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 36% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +17°C to +22°C.

Is Bari warm or cold in May?

Bari is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +17°C to +22°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +11°C to +16°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 Bari:

Water temperature in Bari in May

Water in Bari in May is Fresh. It varies from +15°C to +21°C, with an average of +18°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +22°C.

In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Bari are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +13°C.

Can you swim in Bari in May?

Water temperature (+18°C) in Bari in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Bari in May

Bari weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+17°C+22°C+26°C
Min. temperature
+3°C+7°C+10°C
Max. temperature
+30°C+33°C+44°C
Rainfall
56 mm45 mm36 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+15°C+18°C+23°C
Humidity
69%67%63%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1013 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
111417
Cloudy days
442
Rainy days
14119
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 +17°C to +22°C during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 56 mm to 45 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 69% to 67%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 11 to 14.

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

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Bari is gradually decreasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Bari based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 153 mm, with a 61% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 31 mm, which is moderate rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Bari wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 43% chance of precipitation and 69 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 23% chance of precipitation and 23 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Bari?

This is the weather in Bari in May 2023:
1 May
🌧️
+17°C
2 May
🌧️
+20°C
3 May
🌧️
+18°C
4 May
☀️
+20°C
5 May
☀️
+21°C
6 May
☀️
+22°C
7 May
☀️
+24°C
8 May
🌧️
+22°C
9 May
☁️
+20°C
10 May
🌧️
+23°C
11 May
🌧️
+23°C
12 May
☀️
+23°C
13 May
🌧️
+19°C
14 May
🌧️
+22°C
15 May
🌫️
+18°C
16 May
☁️
+22°C
17 May
🌧️
+21°C
18 May
☁️
+20°C
19 May
☀️
+20°C
20 May
🌧️
+20°C
21 May
🌧️
+20°C
22 May
☀️
+22°C
23 May
☀️
+24°C
24 May
☀️
+26°C
25 May
☀️
+25°C
26 May
☀️
+24°C
27 May
☀️
+24°C
28 May
☀️
+24°C
29 May
☀️
+23°C
30 May
☀️
+24°C
31 May
☀️
+22°C
In May 2023 Bari had 16 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 11 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +22°C, with an absolute maximum of +26°C and a minimum of +17°C. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+18°C) and the highest in 2023 (+22°C). The driest year was 1989 with only 375 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 983 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Bari in May:

Is May a good time to visit Bari?

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

Can you sunbathe in Bari in May?

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

Can you swim in Bari in May?

In general, you can swim in Bari in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +18°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Bari rainy in May?

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

Is it sunny in Bari in May?

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

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Monthly weather in Bari

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Bari, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

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.