Rome weather in May
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days. Average highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C, with around 11 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Rome. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
23°C
Average low
13°C
Rainy days
11 days
Best months to visit
May, June, July, August, September
What to do in Rome in May
Whatever the weather, Rome rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Colosseum
Vatican and Sistine Chapel
Trevi Fountain
Trastevere
Campo de Fiori
Gelato crawl
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
12C
Cool, with some rainy days.
February
14C
Cool, with occasional showers.
March
16C
Cool, with some rainy days.
April
19C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
May (you are here)
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
June
29C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
July
32C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
Recommended
August
32C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
27C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
October
22C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
November
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
December
14C
Cool, with occasional showers.
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