Armenia

Armenia Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Armenia in May.

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Planning a journey to Armenia this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Armenia in May

May in Armenia generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Jermuk at 14°C (57°F) to warm in Ejmiatsin at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Ejmiatsin and 3°C (37°F) in Jermuk.

For specific regional insights in Armenia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Yerevan with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Tatʼev with 178 mm (7 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Yerevan typically receives 265 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

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Temperature range in Armenia (May)

Precipitation variation in Armenia (May)

Yerevan

In May Yerevan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
265 hours
322 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Yerevan →

Tsaghkadzor

In May Tsaghkadzor generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
265 hours
322 hours
Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Tsaghkadzor →

Dilijan

In May Dilijan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
265 hours
322 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Dilijan →

Jermuk

In May Jermuk generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Jermuk →

Goris

In May Goris generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Goris →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Armenia in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Yerevan 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Tsaghkadzor 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
Dilijan 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Goris 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Jermuk 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Yeghegnadzor 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)

Armenia weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Armenia in May?

May in Armenia brings perfect weather. In Yerevan, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in Armenia in May?

Daytime temperatures in Yerevan peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in May, dropping to about 9°C (48°F) overnight.

Does Armenia get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Armenia. Yerevan averages only about 57 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Armenia?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Armenia. Typically, the climate in Yerevan is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May, June, September and October provide perfect weather in Yerevan. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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