Bulgaria

Bulgaria Weather in May

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

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Sunny Beach Sofia Sozopol Bansko

Considering a trip to Bulgaria this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Bulgaria in May

The weather in Bulgaria in May can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Dobărsko at 17°C (63°F) to warm in Lom at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Lom and 6°C (43°F) in Dobărsko.

For a closer look at conditions across Bulgaria, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tyulenovo with an average of 34 mm (1.3 in) to high rainfall in Chiflik with 147 mm (5.8 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Sunny Beach sees around 277 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Bulgaria in May

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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 Bulgaria (May)

Precipitation variation in Bulgaria (May)

Sunny Beach

In May Sunny Beach generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
277 hours
320 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sunny Beach →

Sofia

In May Sofia 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)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
235 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sofia →

Sozopol

In May Sozopol generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
248 hours
272 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sozopol →

Bansko

In May Bansko generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high 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)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
291 hours
312 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
127 mm (5 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bansko →

Sveti Vlas

In May Sveti Vlas generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
277 hours
320 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sveti Vlas →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sunny Beach 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Sofia 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Sozopol 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Bansko 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Primorsko 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Plovdiv 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)

Bulgaria weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bulgaria in May?

In May, Bulgaria generally has perfect weather conditions. Sunny Beach sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 13°C (55°F).

What is the average temperature in Bulgaria in May?

Sunny Beach averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 13°C (55°F).

Does Bulgaria get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Bulgaria. Sunny Beach averages only about 49 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Bulgaria?

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

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Sunny Beach. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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