United StatesAverage weather for Damascus in May
It's hot in May in Damascus with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 22°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Damascus with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 17°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 32°C, with nights around 20°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 Damascus is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 50 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Damascus in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
31°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
33°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
27°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
50 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
6 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 Damascus?
May is a good month to be in Damascus for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2019, Damascus reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Damascus
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Damascus, 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 Damascus
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Damascus, 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 6 days of precipitation in Damascus.
Daily UV index in May in Damascus
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Damascus, 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 Damascus over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Damascus, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Damascus over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Damascus, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Damascus
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Damascus. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Damascus by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Damascus. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
