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What to pack for Italy in May
Typical May, built from ten years of weather
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Typical for your dates
Highs 73°F, lows 55°F, rain 12 of 31 days
wethigh UVwarm
Sunset lands around 8:20pm. Wind averages 10 mph. There is paperwork on this one, so start with Before you go.
Packing for
Essentials
12 items · 0 packed
Rain shell (hardshell jacket)
12 rain days a month finds every seam. A real shell, not a windbreaker.
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Sunscreen SPF 50
Polarized sunglasses
Tick remover
Check ankles and, if there's a dog, paws and ears every night.
Travel first aid kit
Plug adapter for C, F or L
This country runs on Type C, F or L. Get one with USB-C so you're not fighting over the single outlet.
Power bank 10k–20k mAh
eSIM
Set it up before you land. Signal drops for long stretches outside cities.
Before you go
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Recommended
12 items
Moisture-wicking t-shirts
Sun hoodie (UPF long sleeve)
Modest cover layer (scarf / long sleeves)
Wide-brim sun hat
Reusable water bottle
Multi-port USB-C charger (GaN)