Pantelleria in May: weather, rain (14%) and should you go? [2026]

Month summary

Pantelleria weather in May

✅ Good

🌡️ Temperature min / max

63°F – 66°F

🌧 Rainy days

14% of days

☀️ Sunshine

12.0h per day on average

🌊 🌊 Season

Spring

⭐ ⭐ Weather score

8.0/10

📅 📅 Best month

July (9.9/10)

Quick decision

Should you visit Pantelleria in May?

✅ Good

✅ Yes if: you want good weather with lower prices than peak season.

❌ No if: you need guaranteed perfect weather — some mixed days are possible.

🌧 Rain : █░░░░░░░░░ 14%

🌡 Temperature : █████░░░░░ 66°F

☀️ Sunshine : █████████░ 12.0h/d

Our take: May in Pantelleria is absolutely lovely—expect mild 17–19°C days with minimal rain and abundant sunshine perfect for exploring the island's volcanic landscapes and coastal trails. You'll want layers for cooler mornings and evenings, but you're looking at ideal conditions for hiking, swimming, and soaking up Mediterranean views without summer's intense heat or crowds.

By trip type

Pantelleria in May by trip type

🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder

Local context

What to expect in May

Spring marks the start of the good season in Pantelleria. Temperatures rise (19°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (14% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (9.9/10) remains theoretically better.

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Annual table

Month-by-month comparison

Month	Min °F	Max °F	Rain %	Precip in	Sun h/d	Score
⛅ January	55°F	59°F	35%	2.4in	8.1h	7.1/10
⛅ February	55°F	57°F	29%	2.2in	10.0h	7.1/10
⛅ March	57°F	59°F	29%	2.3in	9.9h	7.1/10
⛅ April	59°F	61°F	14%	0.8in	11.3h	7.5/10
🌤️ May	63°F	66°F	14%	0.8in	12.0h	8.0/10
🌤️ June	70°F	72°F	4%	0.2in	13.3h	9.0/10
☀️ July	75°F	79°F	0%	0.0in	13.1h	9.9/10
☀️ August	77°F	79°F	5%	0.3in	12.2h	9.7/10
☀️ September	75°F	79°F	14%	1.1in	11.3h	9.3/10
🌤️ October	70°F	73°F	25%	2.7in	9.2h	8.4/10
🌤️ November	64°F	68°F	33%	3.5in	8.6h	7.7/10
⛅ December	59°F	61°F	28%	2.0in	7.8h	7.2/10

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, Pantelleria averages 66°F, 14% rainy days and 12.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.0/10. See methodology →

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