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Nur-Sultan Weather in May

May in Nur-Sultan brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 22°C (72°F) and nights dropping to 8°C (46°F). With perfect weather conditions overall, it's a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Nur-Sultan in May

Typically around 10 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 37 mm (1.5 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Nur-Sultan in May

The perfect temperature in Nur-Sultan in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 22°C (72°F) during the day and 8°C (46°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 8°C (46°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Nur-Sultan in May

There are approximately 301 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Nur-Sultan Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 37 mm (1.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 54%  
SunshineSunshine 301 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Nur-Sultan typically rise from around 17°C (63°F) at the start of May to approximately 22°C (72°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 4°C (39°F) to 10°C (50°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 for Nur-Sultan in May

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

Nur-Sultan historical weather extremes in May

Our historical data for Nur-Sultan spans 1976 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.

  • The warmest day in May was on May 15, 2025, with a maximum of 36°C (97°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was -6°C (21°F) (May 7, 2006).

Best Places in Kazakhstan in May

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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 Nur-Sultan in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Nur-Sultan in May

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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