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Skopje weather in May (North Macedonia)

How's the weather trend in Skopje as May approaches? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

During May, Skopje is known for its perfect weather, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 25°C, while night temperatures can drop to 11°C.

Precipitation

Skopje in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 12 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 244 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Skopje. May, July, August, September and October 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 Skopje climate page with graphs.

 

Skopje, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 57 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 66%  
SunshineSunshine 244 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 49%  

Where to go in North Macedonia in May

Find out more about the weather in North Macedonia and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

For visitors traveling to Skopje, 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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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