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Italy · Ships call at Palermo, Sicily
Warm and mostly dry
Palermo in May offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 77°F and comfortable lows near 60°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 2 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Warm and mostly dry.
This is one of the most popular months to visit Palermo, so book shore excursions early. The top snorkeling spots and tours sell out fast. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during May, with the date each one leaves port.
Mediterranean & Greek Isles Grand Adventure
Princess Cruises
Sails Apr 16, 2027
Mittelmeer & Adria ab Civitavecchia
AIDA Cruises
Sails Apr 19, 2027
Grose Mittelmeer-Reise ab Civitavecchia
AIDA Cruises
Sails Apr 19, 2027
Western Mediterranean from Savona
Costa Cruises
Sails Apr 24, 2027
Mediterranean
MSC Cruises
Sails Apr 24, 2027
Mediterranean
MSC Cruises
Sails Apr 24, 2027
Ships use the Molo Vittorio Veneto and nearby berths in the port of Palermo, about 1 km from the historic center. Palermo Airport is about 20 miles west, 30 to 40 minutes by taxi.
The average high temperature in Palermo during May is 77°F, with a low of 60°F.
Palermo typically sees 2 days of rain in May. Warm and mostly dry.
For a May cruise to Palermo, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.