Italy Positano Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Positano is very-high
Positano Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 22° / 13°
- Rainfall
- 55mm · 7 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Positano in May averages a high of 22°C and low of 13°C with 55mm of rain over about 7 days. Warm late spring — around 22°C/13°C. Light clothing, a layer for evenings. Sunny and dry, the sea warming (around 18°C). One of the best all-round months. SPF 30+.
May is very-high for Positano.
May is arguably the finest month on the Amalfi Coast — warm, dry, and sunny, with the village fully open but not yet at high-summer saturation. It averages 22°C/13°C with just 55mm of rain over about 7 days and long sunny days.
Everything is running — ferries, boat tours, restaurants, beach clubs — and the Path of the Gods is in great shape before the summer heat. The sea is warming (around 18°C) enough for hardier swimmers, and the hills and gardens (Ravello's Villa Rufolo) are in bloom.
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Positano May Weather Stats
Avg High
22°C
Avg Low
13°C
Rainy Days
7
55mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
68%
comfortable
UV Index
7
High
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 22
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
15 μg/m³
PM10
27 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
22°C
Nighttime
13°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Warm, dry, and very sunny
- Everything open, fewer crowds than summer
- Sea warming for first swims
- Path of the Gods in great shape
Cons
- Prices and crowds rising
- Sea still brisk for some
- Popular dates book up early
May Events & Festivals
- Prime shoulder season — warm, dry, sunny
- Sea warming for the first swims
- Ravello's Villa Rufolo gardens in bloom
- Busy but not yet at summer peak
Positano in May — Full Picture
May is arguably the finest month on the Amalfi Coast — warm, dry, and sunny, with the village fully open but not yet at high-summer saturation. It averages 22°C/13°C with just 55mm of rain over about 7 days and long sunny days.
Everything is running — ferries, boat tours, restaurants, beach clubs — and the Path of the Gods is in great shape before the summer heat. The sea is warming (around 18°C) enough for hardier swimmers, and the hills and gardens (Ravello's Villa Rufolo) are in bloom.
Crowds and prices climb through the month toward the summer peak, but May still feels more relaxed than July-August, with better availability and value. Long weekends and late May get busier.
For the best balance of weather, openness, swimmable-ish seas, and breathing room, May is hard to beat. Book accommodation and ferries ahead, especially toward month's end.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Warm late spring — around 22°C/13°C. Light clothing, a layer for evenings. Sunny and dry, the sea warming (around 18°C). One of the best all-round months. SPF 30+.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current18.3°C
10°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
28.7°C
19.3°C
3.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
22.3°C
14.3°C
9/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
13.3°C
6.7°C
10.7/mo
Positano Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13° | 6° | 11d·110mm | 4h | 72% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 6° | 10d·100mm | 4.5h | 71% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 15° | 7° | 10d·95mm | 5.5h | 70% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 10° | 9d·85mm | 6.5h | 69% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| May (Best) | 22° | 13° | 7d·55mm | 8h | 68% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 26° | 17° | 5d·35mm | 9h | 67% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| 30° | 20° | 3d·20mm | 10h | 65% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 30° | 21° | 3d·30mm | 9.5h | 66% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 27° | 18° | 6d·70mm | 8h | 68% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 22° | 14° | 9d·130mm | 6h | 71% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 18° | 11° | 12d·165mm | 4.5h | 73% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 8° | 11d·130mm | 4h | 73% | 2 | Quiet | Low season |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Positano?
Positano in May is very-high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Positano in May?
Positano May averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C.
Does it rain much in Positano in May?
Positano May averages 55mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Positano in May?
Warm late spring — around 22°C/13°C. Light clothing, a layer for evenings. Sunny and dry, the sea warming (around 18°C). One of the best all-round months. SPF 30+.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Positano in May?
Positano May sunrise is 05:55 and sunset is 20:00, with 14h 05min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Positano in May?
Positano May air quality (AQI) averages 36, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 15μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Positano in May?
In May, Positano is great for Beaches & first swims, Path of the Gods, Boat trips & Capri day.
Is May peak season in Positano?
Positano May crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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