Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the transition into May, Catania experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a comfortable 19.3°C (66.7°F) in April to a moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F). Catania's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 14.3°C (57.7°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Catania is 62%.Rainfall
In Catania, Italy, during May, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. In Catania, Italy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.1 days and collects up to 275mm (10.83") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Catania, Italy, snow does not fall in February through December.Sea temperature
In Catania, the average seawater temperature in May is 18.9°C (66°F).Note: The enjoyment of swimming decreases for most when the surface water temperature is 18.9°C (66°F). Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as temperatures descend below 21°C (69.8°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 12min.On the first day of May in Catania, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 19:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 20:14 CEST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 11.7h.UV index
In Catania, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Catania in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Catania?
How many days does it rain in May in Catania?
When it does not snow in Catania?
What is the sea water temperature in May in Catania?
How many hours of daylight does Catania have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Catania?
How many hours of sunshine does Catania have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Catania?
Average temperature in May
Catania, Italy
- Average high temperature in May: 23.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 14.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (6.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Catania, Italy
- Average pressure in May: 1014.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.1mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Catania, Italy
- Average wind speed in May: 10.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Catania, Italy
- Average humidity in May: 62%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and November (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (50%).
Average rainfall in May
Catania, Italy
- Average rainfall in May: 11mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (5mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Catania, Italy
- Average rainfall days in May: 6.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Catania, Italy
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Catania, Italy
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Catania, Italy
- Average sea temperature in May: 18.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14.6°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Catania, Italy
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Catania, Italy
- Average sunshine days in May: 21.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (15.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Catania, Italy
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Catania, Italy
- Average cloud cover in May: 16
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in May
Catania, Italy
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
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