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Burgas weather in May (Bulgaria)

What can you expect from the weather in Burgas during May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Burgas the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 21°C, while night temperatures can drop to 13°C.

Burgas in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 52 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 8 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 248 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with 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 Burgas climate page with graphs.

 

Burgas, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 25%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 52 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 76%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 248 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Bulgaria in May

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

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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 Burgas in May?

For visitors traveling to Burgas, 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. With a water temperature of around 15°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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