The weather in May in Izmir

It's warm in May in Izmir with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 18°C.

Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Izmir. 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 Izmir, Turkey. 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 37°C in 2020, Izmir reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 24°C.

Water temperature

The water temperature at Izmir is 25°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.

Rainfall amount

In May, there is an average of 27 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.

Daily weather in May for Izmir

Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Izmir. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

May weather comparison

  Izmir New York
Average temperature 27°C 22°C
Max. temperature 29°C 28°C
Min. temperature 14°C -5°C
Total precipitation 27 mm 105 mm
Rainy days 5 days 14 days

Start of May

The month of May starts in Izmir with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 15°C.

Mid May

By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 28°C, with nights around 17°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 Izmir is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.

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Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in May in Izmir, Turkey. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in May in Izmir

Temperature in May in Izmir over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Izmir, Turkey. 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 Izmir

Total precipitation in May in Izmir over the years

Daily UV index in May in Izmir

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Izmir, 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 Izmir

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A pleasant combination of sun and clouds, punctuated by light rain, invited relaxation. The temperature was comfortable, not too hot.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average weather in Izmir by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Izmir. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.