May 26 is generally a great time to visit Matera. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 25°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Matera right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Matera
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Italian
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.643
Matera Weather Forecast for May 26
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 24.9°C. 15% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Matera in May
Based on historical data for May 26, Matera typically experiences temperatures between 13.2°C and 24.9°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Matera
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
24.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
25.4°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
15%
Avg 0.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
38%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.1 hPa
Low volatility
Matera Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 79% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 12 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 18 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 30 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
16.6°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
93/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~40
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Matera
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:29
☀️ Noon
11:52
🌇 Sunset
19:14
⏱️ Daylight
14h 44m
Wind Speed
14.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
12.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
60%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Matera
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Matera on May 26 averages 24.9°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Matera Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Matera Worth Visiting on May 26?
Planning a trip to Matera on May 26? 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 24.9°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 40 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 26 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 32.9°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 10.4°C in 2016.