The weather in May in Bulgaria
It's pleasantly warm in May in Bulgaria with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 15°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Bulgaria. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Bulgaria. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2020, Bulgaria reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 46 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Bulgaria
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bulgaria. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Bulgaria | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 22°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 26°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 46 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Bulgaria with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 23°C, with nights around 13°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Bulgaria is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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The climate in Bulgaria is based on weather data from Sunny Beach. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Bulgaria to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Bulgaria. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Bulgaria
Temperature in May in Bulgaria over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Bulgaria. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Bulgaria
Total precipitation in May in Bulgaria over the years
Daily UV index in May in Bulgaria
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Bulgaria, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in May in Bulgaria
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The sun was shining brightly, but it was not too hot. The occasional rain shower provided refreshment. Real fun!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Bulgaria by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bulgaria. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.