RussiaAverage weather for Sochi in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Sochi with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 17°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Sochi with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 13°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 22°C, with nights around 14°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Sochi is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Sochi is 11°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
In May, there is an average of 112 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Sochi in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
21°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
24°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
18°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
112 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
12 days | 14 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 Sochi?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Sochi. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2020, Sochi reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Sochi
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Sochi, 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 Sochi
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Sochi, 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 12 days of precipitation in Sochi.
Daily UV index in May in Sochi
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Sochi, 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 Sochi over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Sochi, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Sochi over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Sochi, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Sochi
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sochi. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Sochi by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sochi. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
