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Bosnia and Herzegovina Weather in May

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Bosnia and Herzegovina in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Bosnia and Herzegovina in May

May in Bosnia and Herzegovina generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Kupres at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Dvorovi at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Dvorovi and 7°C (45°F) in Kupres.

For a closer look at conditions across Bosnia and Herzegovina, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dvorovi with an average of 82 mm (3.2 in) to high rainfall in Vlasic with 148 mm (5.8 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Sarajevo.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Sarajevo sees close to 190 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Bosnia and Herzegovina by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bosnia and Herzegovina — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sarajevo)

January4°C (39°F) February5°C (41°F) March9°C (48°F) April14°C (57°F) May19°C (66°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August26°C (79°F) September21°C (70°F) October16°C (61°F) November10°C (50°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Bosnia and Herzegovina in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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).

Popular Destinations in Bosnia and Herzegovina

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Temperature range in Bosnia and Herzegovina (May)

Precipitation variation in Bosnia and Herzegovina (May)

Sarajevo

In May Sarajevo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
190 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Mostar

In May Mostar generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
240 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
162 mm (6.4 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Mostar →

Međugorje

In May Međugorje generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
240 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Trebinje

In May Trebinje generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
266 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Banja Luka

In May Banja Luka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
202 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sarajevo 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Mostar 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Međugorje 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Trebinje 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Banja Luka 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Neum 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)

Bosnia and Herzegovina weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bosnia and Herzegovina in May?

Expect tolerable weather across Bosnia and Herzegovina in May. The popular destination of Sarajevo averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Bosnia and Herzegovina in May?

In Sarajevo, the average daytime high in May is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Bosnia and Herzegovina get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Average rainfall in Sarajevo sits around 117 mm (4.6 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Bosnia and Herzegovina?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina with overall tolerable weather in Sarajevo.

Generally speaking, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Sarajevo. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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