Verdict: Excellent month
Matera Weather in May
May hits the sweet spot in Matera — highs around 24°C (75°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 10 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, May is one of the best months of the year to be in Matera.
Average high
24°C / 75°F
Average low
12°C / 54°F
Rain days
~10
Precipitation
71 mm
What to pack for Matera in May
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Matera: Jul (34°C / 93°F) · Coolest: Jan (11°C / 52°F) · Wettest: May (~10 rain days)
11°
3°
Jan
13°
4°
Feb
14°
4°
Mar
18°
7°
Apr
24°
12°
May
30°
18°
Jun
34°
21°
Jul
33°
20°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
22°
12°
Oct
17°
8°
Nov
13°
5°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)