Weather Comparison
Rome vs Milan
Side-by-side weather comparison for May
May Weather: Rome vs Milan
| Metric | Rome | Milan | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 22°C (72°F) | 22°C (72°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 12°C (54°F) | 12°C (54°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 9 days▲ | 12 days | Rome |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 58 mm▲ | 110 mm | Rome |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 12h/day | 12h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 9▲ | 10 | Rome |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 14 km/h | 12 km/h▲ | Milan |
Which City is Better in May?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Rome edges ahead as the better destination in May. Rome offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Milan sees 12 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.
Rome sits in the comfortable travel range at 22°C. Milan is also comfortable at 22°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Rome is the stronger choice in May.
Temperature Comparison in May
Rome reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 12°C (54°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Milan averages 22°C (72°F) for the high and 12°C (54°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.
Rainfall Comparison in May
Rome receives approximately 58 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Milan sees 110 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 3 rain days and 52 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Rome vs Milan
Packing for Rome in May
Highs of 22°C, lows of 12°C, 9 rain days
- ✓light layers
- ✓a light jacket for evenings
- ✓sunscreen
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Packing for Milan in May
Highs of 22°C, lows of 12°C, 12 rain days
- ✓light layers
- ✓a light jacket for evenings
- ✓sunscreen
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen. These items are useful in either destination during May.
Year-Round Comparison: Rome vs Milan
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.May is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Rome | Milan | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 12°C | 9d | 7°C | 7d |
| Feb | 12°C | 9d | 9°C | 7d |
| Mar | 15°C | 9d | 14°C | 8d |
| Apr | 18°C | 11d | 17°C | 11d |
| May | 22°C | 9d | 22°C | 12d |
| Jun | 27°C | 5d | 26°C | 10d |
| Jul | 30°C | 4d | 29°C | 9d |
| Aug | 31°C | 4d | 28°C | 11d |
| Sep | 25°C | 9d | 23°C | 10d |
| Oct | 21°C | 11d | 17°C | 10d |
| Nov | 16°C | 12d | 11°C | 11d |
| Dec | 12°C | 11d | 7°C | 8d |
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