May 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Syracuse. With minimal rain risk (8%) and pleasant highs of 23°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. As it's peak season for Syracuse, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Syracuse
Currency
EUR
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Language
Italian
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.643
Syracuse Weather Forecast for May 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 22.9°C. 8% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Syracuse in May
Based on historical data for May 16, Syracuse typically experiences temperatures between 15.9°C and 22.9°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (8% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Syracuse
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
22.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.3°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
8%
Avg 0.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
39%
Overcast
Pressure
1014 hPa
Medium volatility
Syracuse Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 98% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
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
17.4°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
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
~131
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Syracuse
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:51
☀️ Noon
12:56
🌇 Sunset
20:01
⏱️ Daylight
14h 10m
Wind Speed
17.4 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Syracuse
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
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 excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
Volcanic Activity
Nearest: Mount Etna
79.5km away
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Syracuse on May 16 averages 22.9°C with a 8% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Syracuse Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Syracuse Worth Visiting on May 16?
Planning a trip to Syracuse on May 16? 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 22.9°C with a 8% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 131 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Italy, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 19°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 1.02m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 26°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 12.4°C in 2019.