What to pack for Florence in May
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 73%; max daily wind around 16 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Florence: April & September–October. See the full best time to visit Florence guide.
Florence in May: the details
In May, Florence sees average daytime highs of 23°C (73°F) and overnight lows of 12°C (53°F). Rainfall totals roughly 110 mm across 14.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 11.2 hours per day with 14.5 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 73%.
In context: May is the 5th-warmest month and the 5th-wettest in Florence. The sunniest month is July (13.8 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 23°C / 73°F |
| Overnight low | 12°C / 53°F |
| Rainfall | 110 mm over 14.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 11.2 h/day (14.5 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 73% |
| Travel score | 8.3 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Florence, Italy (43.78, 11.25) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Florence in May?
Daytime highs in Florence in May average 23°C (73°F); nights drop to about 12°C.
Does it rain in Florence in May?
Expect around 14.7 rainy days and 110 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Florence?
May is a good month to visit Florence. Overall travel score: 8.3/10. The best months are April & September–October.
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