The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Ravello. Temperatures rise (20°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 29% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (9.0/10) remains theoretically better.
May ranks 6 out of 12 months in Ravello. Compared to April: +3°C daytime, +0.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
12°
Sea
20°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
14.3h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 37
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Ravello is July (9.0/10), 1.4 pt higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Italy
🗣️LanguageItalian
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+0.89°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 29°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 12°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 41%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Ravello ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ItalyTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.0 → 4.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
40.65°N · 14.61°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ravello?
July is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 9.4h of sunshine and 11.0% rainy days. The months of July & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Ravello get in July?
Ravello averages 9.4 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Ravello?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Ravello in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Ravello good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Ravello scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 8.8/10.
When should you avoid Ravello?
January is the most difficult month to visit Ravello, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Ravello in May?
In May, the sea averages 20°C in Ravello: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Ravello in May?
The average UV index reaches 7 in May in Ravello (high), with about 14.3h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.