Genoa · SpringMonth summary
Genoa weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
57°F – 70°F
🌧 Rainy days
50% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.9h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.3/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (9.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Genoa in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Genoa in May: 70°F and 12.9h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Genoa in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Genoa. Temperatures rise (21°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 50% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (9.2/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 41°F | 52°F | 35% | 0.2in | 8.0h | 4.7/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 43°F | 54°F | 42% | 0.2in | 8.1h | 4.5/10 |
| ⛅ March | 45°F | 59°F | 37% | 0.2in | 10.7h | 6.8/10 |
| ⛅ April | 50°F | 63°F | 38% | 0.1in | 12.4h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 57°F | 70°F | 50% | 0.2in | 12.9h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 64°F | 77°F | 34% | 0.1in | 14.2h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 70°F | 82°F | 27% | 0.1in | 14.5h | 9.2/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 70°F | 84°F | 29% | 0.1in | 13.0h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 64°F | 77°F | 35% | 0.1in | 11.4h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 57°F | 68°F | 41% | 0.3in | 9.5h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 48°F | 59°F | 44% | 0.2in | 7.9h | 5.1/10 |
| ⛅ December | 43°F | 54°F | 35% | 0.2in | 7.6h | 4.7/10 |
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, Genoa averages 70°F, 50% rainy days and 12.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.3/10.
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Comparison
May vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 9.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +7°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -23%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.6h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Genoa in May
Is May a good time to visit Genoa?
May is an acceptable time for Genoa (score 7.3/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider July (9.2/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Genoa in May?
Yes, 50% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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