Weather in May in Bulgaria
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 is the weather like 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 to warm in Lom at 26°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C in Lom and 6°C in Dobărsko.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tyulenovo with an average of 34 mm to high rainfall in Chiflik with 147 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Sunny Beach enjoys approximately 277 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For a closer look at May's conditions in Bulgaria, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Bulgaria's yearly weather, check out our Bulgaria climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Bulgaria?
Sunny Beach
In May Sunny Beach generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Sofia
In May Sofia 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.
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Sozopol
In May Sozopol generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Bansko
In May Bansko generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Sveti Vlas
In May Sveti Vlas generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Bulgaria.
Is May the best 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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