Banja Luka weather in May (Bosnia and Herzegovina)

Planning a trip to Banja Luka in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Banja Luka generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 23°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 10°C.

Banja Luka in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 115 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 202 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Banja Luka climate page with graphs.

 

Banja Luka, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 23°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 115 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 70%  

Sunshine 202 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 44%  

Where to go in Bosnia and Herzegovina in May

Find out more about the weather in Bosnia and Herzegovina in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Banja Luka in May?

For visitors traveling to Banja Luka, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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