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Gomel Weather in May

May in Gomel brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 21°C (70°F) and nights around 10°C (50°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 69 mm (2.7 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Gomel in May

Rain is expected on roughly 12 days, totalling around 69 mm (2.7 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Gomel in May

The temperature in Gomel in May is excellent. Daytime highs reach 21°C (70°F), with nights dropping to 10°C (50°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 10°C (50°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Gomel in May

With approximately 264 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Wind Speed in Gomel in May

May has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s (6 knots). You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Gomel.

Gomel Temperature in May

Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
41%
Precipitation
69 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
64%
Windspeed
3 m/s (6 knots)
Sunshine
264 hours
Percentage Sunshine
54%

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Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Gomel typically rise from around 18°C (64°F) at the start of May to approximately 22°C (72°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 7°C (45°F) to 12°C (54°F).

Average temperatures in May

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in May

Historical weather records for Gomel in May

Browse day-by-day weather records for Gomel spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Gomel historical weather extremes in May

The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Gomel from 1976 through 2026.

  • The hottest May day on record in Gomel reached 33°C (91°F) (May 27, 2007).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was -2°C (28°F) (May 1, 2007).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Gomel in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Gomel in May

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

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    8/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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