Late spring · Weather & things to do
Amalfi in May
Amalfi warms up: highs climb to 68°F (20°C), from 62°F in April, with lows of 64°F (18°C) and about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain.
May opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 90/100 (5th of 12).
- Avg high
- 68°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 1.6 in (41 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 45%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 16 min
- Comfort score
- 90/100 · Great
What May feels like
Days are mild at around 68°F (20°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 64°F (18°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.6 in (41 mm) for the month.
Plan around May
May is one of Amalfi's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: May – October.
- Comfort improves from 86/100 in April to 90/100.
- May sits inside the May – Sep window our Amalfi Coast Escape route recommends.
What to pack for May
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 64°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Amalfi in May
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Grotta dello Smeraldo
Sea cave with emerald light, visited by rowboat, a short drive west of Amalfi.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best midday, Apr–Oct.
Antichi Sapori d'Amalfi
Small limoncello producer on the main street; taste before buying.
Why now May scores 90/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Valle delle Ferriere
Shaded trail past ruined ironworks and paper mills to waterfalls above Amalfi.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best morning, spring.
Duomo di Amalfi
Striped Arab-Norman cathedral atop a grand staircase, with the Cloister of Paradise next door.
Pasticceria Pansa
Café-pastry shop on Piazza Duomo since 1830, known for candied lemon peel and delizia al limone.
Nearby in May
- Ravello in May~1 mi · highs 64°F, 1.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Sorrento in May~12 mi · highs 67°F, 1.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Palermo in May~186 mi · highs 74°F, 1.1 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Taormina in May~196 mi · highs 73°F, 0.8 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, drier
These averages also cover Positano.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Amalfi in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Amalfi?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 90/100. Expect highs of 68°F (20°C) and 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain. May is inside the May – Sep window our Amalfi Coast Escape route recommends.
How hot is Amalfi in May?
Average highs are 68°F (20°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Amalfi in May?
Not much: about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 32.6 in (828 mm).
What should I pack for Amalfi in May?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 64°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in May
- Amalfi Coast Escape May – Sep
Planning Amalfi in May?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.