May is an ideal time to visit Catania if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +24°C and about 17 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 24 mm of precipitation over an average of 6 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+24°C
Avg. max. temperature
+5°C
Min.
+37°C
Max.
24 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
17 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
6 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Catania has great weather in May.
Average temperature in Catania in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Catania for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +26°C during the day to a minimum of +12°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +22°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 21% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +20°C to +23°C.
Is Catania warm or cold in May?
Catania is typically warm in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +20°C to +24°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +10°C to +14°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Catania:
Water temperature in Catania in May
Water in Catania in May is Fresh. It varies from +16°C to +22°C, with an average of +19°C.The air temperature averaging +24°C is higher than the water temperature.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Catania are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +15°C.
Can you swim in Catania in May?
Water temperature (+19°C) in Catania in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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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 Catania in May
Catania weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+20°C
+24°C
+28°C
Min. temperature
+1°C
+5°C
+11°C
Max. temperature
+31°C
+37°C
+41°C
Rainfall
35 mm
24 mm
15 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+16°C
+19°C
+23°C
Humidity
72%
69%
64%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1013 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
12
17
21
Cloudy days
7
7
3
Rainy days
9
6
4
Snowy days
0
0
0
May often has better weather than April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +20°C to +24°C during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 35 mm to 24 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 69%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 12 to 17.
June brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Catania in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Catania is gradually increasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Catania based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 55% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 169 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 37 mm, which is moderate rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 17 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:
Catania wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 65 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Catania?
This is the weather in Catania in May 2023:
1 May
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+20°C
2 May
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+20°C
3 May
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+22°C
4 May
☀️
+21°C
5 May
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+23°C
6 May
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+23°C
7 May
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+25°C
8 May
🌧️
+21°C
9 May
☁️
+20°C
10 May
☁️
+20°C
11 May
☀️
+23°C
12 May
☁️
+23°C
13 May
🌧️
+21°C
14 May
☁️
+20°C
15 May
🌫️
+22°C
16 May
☀️
+19°C
17 May
☀️
+23°C
18 May
☀️
+21°C
19 May
☀️
+20°C
20 May
🌫️
+19°C
21 May
🌧️
+19°C
22 May
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+21°C
23 May
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+24°C
24 May
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+23°C
25 May
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+22°C
26 May
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+26°C
27 May
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+25°C
28 May
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+24°C
29 May
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+25°C
30 May
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+24°C
31 May
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+23°C
In May 2023 Catania had 15 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +22°C, with an absolute maximum of +26°C and a minimum of +19°C. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 48%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 17 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Catania climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Catania in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2010 (+21°C) and the highest in 1990 (+24°C). The driest year was 1981 with only 132 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 1675 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Catania in May:
Is May a good time to visit Catania?
Yes, May is a great time to go to Catania, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Catania.
Can you sunbathe in Catania in May?
May is warm in Catania. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Catania in May?
In general, you can swim in Catania in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +19°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Catania rainy in May?
Catania is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Catania in May?
The amount of sunny days in Catania during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Catania, 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.
