May weather forecast
Vatican City, Vatican City

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The famous artistic St. Peter's Square in the Vatican, with the rest of the Vatican City in Rome, Italy

Weather in May

May offers weather that propels Vatican City into the beginning of summer. The ambient warmth envelops the city as temperatures fluctuate from 13.2°C (55.8°F) to 21.9°C (71.4°F). The documented rainfall dips further to 41mm (1.61"), occurring roughly over 12 days of the month. Despite slightly higher wind speed - averaging 10.3km/h (6.4mph), the climatic conditions remain agreeable. The luxuriously warm weather coupled with the extending sunshine hours allow for mesmerizing sunsets from the dome of St. Peter's Basilica in May.

Temperature

May comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from an enjoyable 18.7°C (65.7°F) in April to a pleasant 21.9°C (71.4°F). In May, Vatican City records an average nighttime temperature of 13.2°C (55.8°F).

Humidity

In Vatican City, the average relative humidity in May is 68%.

Rainfall

In Vatican City, in May, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.8 rainfall days, and 561mm (22.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Vatican City, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Vatican City is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 20:08. On the last day of May, in Vatican City, Vatican City, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 20:38 CEST.

Sunshine

In Vatican City, Vatican City, the average sunshine in May is 11h.

UV index

In Vatican City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Vatican City in May?

In Vatican City, 21.9°C (71.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 13.2°C (55.8°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Vatican City?

In Vatican City, the average relative humidity in May is 68%.

How much does it rain in Vatican City in May?

In Vatican City, Vatican City, in May, during 12 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Vatican City?

In Vatican City, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

How many hours of daylight does Vatican City have in May?

In Vatican City, the average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Vatican City?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 20:08. On the last day of the month, in Vatican City, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 20:38 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Vatican City?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Vatican City, Vatican City, is 11h.

How high is the UV index in May in Vatican City?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Vatican City is 5. A UV Index 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
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average temperature in May - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average high temperature in May: 21.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average pressure in May - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average wind speed in May - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average humidity in May - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

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Average rainfall in May
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average rainfall in May - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average rainfall in May: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (113mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average rainfall days in May - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average snowfall in May - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average snowfall days in May - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average sunshine days in May - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average UV index in May - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average cloud cover in May - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average cloud cover in May: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in May
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average visibility in May - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • 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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