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May is an excellent month in Modena

Climate Overview

Modena, Italy in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on about 12 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 20°C (68°F) at the start to 24°C (75°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the middle of the month, while the last third tends to be drier.

Expect around 10.3h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 11.9h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 26th, averaging 24.2°C (76°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 4°C warmer with 3 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
22°C / 12°C
Feels Like
23°C / 11°C
Rain
12 days · 109 mm
Sunshine
11.2h / day
Humidity
72% — Humid
Wind
12 km/h
Wind Direction
E (87°)
Gusts
28 km/h
Daylight
14.8 h
Cloud Cover
58%
Clear Sky Days
2.4
UV Index
6.5 — High
Dew Point
12°C — Comfortable
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:50
Daylight 14.8h
Sunset 20:38

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
9°C / 0°C
Feels Like
6°C / -3°C
Rain
6days (38 mm) Good
Sun
6.2h Fair
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
1.7 Low
Snow Days
1days
February
Fair
Temp
12°C / 2°C
Feels Like
9°C / -1°C
Rain
7days (61 mm) Good
Sun
7h Good
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
2.4 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
March
Fair
Temp
15°C / 4°C
Feels Like
13°C / 1°C
Rain
9days (54 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
4 Moderate
April
Good
Temp
19°C / 8°C
Feels Like
18°C / 6°C
Rain
9days (60 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
5.3 High
May best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 12°C
Feels Like
23°C / 11°C
Rain
12days (109 mm) Wet
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
6.5 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 17°C
Feels Like
31°C / 18°C
Rain
8days (51 mm) Wet
Sun
13.2h Excellent
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
7 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
31°C / 20°C
Feels Like
33°C / 21°C
Rain
7days (46 mm) Good
Sun
13h Excellent
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
7 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
31°C / 20°C
Feels Like
33°C / 21°C
Rain
8days (63 mm) Wet
Sun
12h Excellent
Humidity
63% Muggy
UV
6.3 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 15°C
Feels Like
26°C / 16°C
Rain
9days (75 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
5 Moderate
October
Good
Temp
20°C / 11°C
Feels Like
20°C / 10°C
Rain
9days (67 mm) Wet
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
3 Moderate
November
Fair
Temp
13°C / 6°C
Feels Like
12°C / 4°C
Rain
10days (81 mm) Wet
Sun
6h Fair
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
2.1 Moderate
December
Poor
Temp
9°C / 2°C
Feels Like
7°C / -1°C
Rain
7days (62 mm) Good
Sun
5.3h Fair
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
1.4 Low
Snow Days
1days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 9°C / 0°C 6°C / -3°C 6days (38 mm) Good 6.2h Fair 82% Humid 1.7 Low Poor View Details
February 12°C / 2°C 9°C / -1°C 7days (61 mm) Good 7h Good 79% Humid 2.4 Moderate Fair View Details
March 15°C / 4°C 13°C / 1°C 9days (54 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 72% Muggy 4 Moderate Fair View Details
April 19°C / 8°C 18°C / 6°C 9days (60 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 69% Muggy 5.3 High Good View Details
May best 22°C / 12°C 23°C / 11°C 12days (109 mm) Wet 11.2h Excellent 72% Muggy 6.5 High Excellent View Details
June best 29°C / 17°C 31°C / 18°C 8days (51 mm) Wet 13.2h Excellent 65% Muggy 7 High Excellent View Details
July best 31°C / 20°C 33°C / 21°C 7days (46 mm) Good 13h Excellent 61% Muggy 7 High Excellent View Details
August best 31°C / 20°C 33°C / 21°C 8days (63 mm) Wet 12h Excellent 63% Muggy 6.3 High Excellent View Details
September best 25°C / 15°C 26°C / 16°C 9days (75 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 72% Muggy 5 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 20°C / 11°C 20°C / 10°C 9days (67 mm) Wet 7.9h Good 79% Humid 3 Moderate Good View Details
November 13°C / 6°C 12°C / 4°C 10days (81 mm) Wet 6h Fair 84% Humid 2.1 Moderate Fair View Details
December 9°C / 2°C 7°C / -1°C 7days (62 mm) Good 5.3h Fair 85% Humid 1.4 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm evening layerUmbrellaWaterproof jacketSunscreen (SPF 30+)SunglassesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically excellent for visiting Modena, with average highs of 22°C (72°F) and around 12 rainy days. Modena, Italy in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on about 12 days this month. Temp
Modena typically sees around 12 rainy days in May with 109 mm (4.3 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Modena during May are cool at around 12°C (53°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 12°C (53°F) in May, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, May offers some of the best weather conditions in Modena with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Modena during May is 7 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Modena gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Modena during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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