Arkhangelsk weather in May (Arkhangelsk Region, Russia)

Curious about the May weather in Arkhangelsk? 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, Arkhangelsk generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 13°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 3°C.

Arkhangelsk in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 265 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Arkhangelsk, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 59 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 69%  

Sunshine 265 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Russia in May

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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 Arkhangelsk in May?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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