Tuscany · SpringMonth summary
Tuscany weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
12°C – 23°C
🌧 Rainy days
46% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.6h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (8.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Tuscany in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want shoulder-season value — fewer crowds, 23°C.
❌ No if: you need maximum sunshine — some overcast days are possible.
Our take: Favourable conditions in May (7.6/10). June scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Tuscany in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Florence irises bloom at Giardino dell'Iris — view of the Duomo Spring marks the start of the good season in Tuscany. Temperatures rise (23°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 46% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (8.8/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 2°C | 11°C | 36% | 2.6 | 6.6h | 4.5/10 |
| ⛅ February | 4°C | 13°C | 39% | 3.5 | 8.2h | 5.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 5°C | 16°C | 35% | 3.0 | 10.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 8°C | 19°C | 34% | 2.7 | 11.6h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 12°C | 23°C | 46% | 3.4 | 12.6h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 16°C | 29°C | 25% | 1.8 | 13.7h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ July | 19°C | 32°C | 17% | 1.0 | 13.6h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ August | 19°C | 32°C | 21% | 1.6 | 12.7h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 16°C | 26°C | 32% | 3.8 | 11.0h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 12°C | 21°C | 37% | 3.4 | 9.3h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 7°C | 16°C | 44% | 4.7 | 7.6h | 5.5/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 3°C | 12°C | 42% | 3.5 | 6.5h | 4.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Tuscany averages 23°C, 46% rainy days and 12.6h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.6/10.
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Comparison
May vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 8.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +6°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -21%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Tuscany in May
Is May a good time to visit Tuscany?
May is an excellent time to visit Tuscany (score 7.6/10). With 23°C, 12.6h of sunshine and 46% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Tuscany in May?
With 23°C max and 12.6h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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