Weather in May in Armenia
Are you planning a trip a to Armenia in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like 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 to warm in Ejmiatsin at 22°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C in Ejmiatsin and 3°C in Jermuk.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Yerevan with an average of 57 mm to heavy rainfall in Tatʼev with 178 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Yerevan enjoys close to 265 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.For specific regional insights in Armenia for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Armenia climate page.
Where to go in Armenia in May
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Armenia?
Yerevan
In May Yerevan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Tsaghkadzor
In May Tsaghkadzor generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Dilijan
In May Dilijan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Jermuk
In May Jermuk generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Goris
In May Goris generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is May the best 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, July, August, 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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