RussiaAverage weather for Moscow in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Moscow with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 11°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Moscow with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 6°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 19°C, with nights around 9°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Moscow is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 59 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,5 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Moscow in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
18°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
23°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
14°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
59 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
11 days | 14 days | |
 Total snowfall |
0,5 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 0 days | |
April
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.
Is May a good time to visit Moscow?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Moscow. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2020, Moscow reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -9°C to a highest value of 18°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Moscow
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Moscow, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Moscow
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Moscow, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Moscow.
Daily Snowfall in May in Moscow
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Moscow, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV index in May in Moscow
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Moscow, 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.
Temperature in May in Moscow over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Moscow, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Moscow over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Moscow, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Moscow per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Moscow, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in May for Moscow
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Moscow. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Moscow by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Moscow. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
