May 5 is generally a great time to visit Florence. While there is a slight chance of rain (30%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 21°C weather. Florence is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Florence
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Italian
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Driving
Right side
Connect
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.643
Florence Weather Forecast for May 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20.7°C. 30% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Florence in May
Based on historical data for May 5, Florence typically experiences temperatures between 10.3°C and 20.7°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 30% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Florence
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
20.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
20.8°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
30%
Avg 2.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
58%
Overcast
Pressure
1013.6 hPa
Medium volatility
Florence Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 86% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 17 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 26 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 43 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
16.1°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Italy
Flight Traffic
High
98/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~63
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Florence
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:03
☀️ Noon
12:12
🌇 Sunset
19:22
⏱️ Daylight
14h 19m
Wind Speed
12.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Florence
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Florence on May 5 averages 20.7°C with a 30% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 96/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Florence Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Florence Worth Visiting on May 5?
Planning a trip to Florence on May 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 20.7°C with a 30% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 63 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Italy, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.1°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 6.3°C in 2019.