May weather forecast
Capri, Italy

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Ships on the clear waters with the Faraglioni stone rocks in the Giardini di Augusto in Capri, Italy
Ships on the clear waters with the Faraglioni stone rocks in the Giardini di Augusto in Capri, Italy

Weather in May

May represents a delightful turning point in Capri's climate, as the Island warms up noticeably to an average high of 19.5°C (67.1°F). This shift contributes to an overall increase in the time spent outdoors due to extended daylight and higher UV index. Rainfall experiences another drop, reducing to 55mm (2.17") on average, indicating a further enhancement in weather conditions. The calming wind speed underpins the general upswing in temperature, generating a lovely balance between warmth and cool breezes. Undeniably, May's burgeoning warmth and idyllic weather conditions make it an attractive period for island explorations.

Temperature

May's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 19.5°C (67.1°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Capri's May nights observe a minor shift from the daytime temperatures, resulting in an average dip to a still refreshing 16.9°C (62.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In Capri, in May, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 55mm (2.17") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Capri, there are 154.7 rainfall days, and 815mm (32.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Capri, snow does not fall in January through November.

Sea temperature

In Capri, the average seawater temperature in May is 19°C (66.2°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 19°C (66.2°F) is not a pleasant activity. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Capri, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 27min.
On the first day of May in Capri, Italy, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 19:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 20:27 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Capri is 11.1h.

UV index

In Capri, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Capri?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Capri, is 19.5°C (67.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 16.9°C (62.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Capri?

The average relative humidity in May in Capri is 72%.

How much does it rain in Capri in May?

In May, in Capri, Italy, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout May, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Capri?

In Capri, snow does not fall in January through November.

What is the sea temperature in May in Capri?

In May, the average sea temperature is 19°C (66.2°F). Swimming in 19°C (66.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Capri have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Capri?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 19:59. On the last day of the month, in Capri, Italy, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 20:27 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Capri?

In Capri, Italy, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Capri?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Capri is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Capri, Italy

Average temperature in May - Capri, Italy
  • Average high temperature in May: 19.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (13.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 16.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (10.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Capri, Italy

Average pressure in May - Capri, Italy
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Capri, Italy

Average wind speed in May - Capri, Italy
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Capri, Italy

Average humidity in May - Capri, Italy
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Capri, Italy

Average rainfall in May - Capri, Italy
  • Average rainfall in May: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (162mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (11mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Capri, Italy

Average rainfall days in May - Capri, Italy
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.3 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Capri, Italy

Average snowfall days in May - Capri, Italy
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Capri, Italy

Average sea temperature in May - Capri, Italy
  • Average sea temperature in May: 19°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.9°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Capri, Italy

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Capri, Italy
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Capri, Italy

Average sunshine days in May - Capri, Italy
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Capri, Italy

Average UV index in May - Capri, Italy
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Capri, Italy

Average cloud cover in May - Capri, Italy
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Capri, Italy

Average visibility in May - Capri, 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).

Capri, Italy

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