Rome vs Venice

Rome and Venice are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Rome sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Venice is also comfortable at 21°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Rome is the stronger choice in May. Venice receives 5 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Rome reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Venice averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Rome receives approximately 15 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during May. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Venice sees 93 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 9 rain days and 78 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.