Verdict: Excellent month
Positano Weather in May
May hits the sweet spot in Positano — highs around 22°C (72°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 12 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, May is one of the best months of the year to be in Positano.
Average high
22°C / 72°F
Average low
15°C / 59°F
Rain days
~12
Precipitation
94 mm
What to pack for Positano in May
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 12 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Positano: Jul (30°C / 86°F) · Coolest: Jan (13°C / 55°F) · Wettest: Nov (~16 rain days)
13°
7°
Jan
14°
7°
Feb
15°
8°
Mar
17°
10°
Apr
22°
15°
May
27°
19°
Jun
30°
22°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
26°
19°
Sep
22°
16°
Oct
18°
12°
Nov
14°
9°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)