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Temperatures in May
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Temperature in Bulgaria in May

Bulgaria, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 17°C in Dobărsko to 26°C in Lom. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C in Lom and 6°C in Dobărsko.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Bulgaria in May?

To get a sense of May's typical temperatures in the key spots of Bulgaria, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in May in Bulgaria?
    • From a thorough analysis of our records, Lom clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 26°C, and evenings that remain near 14°C.

  • What is the coldest city in May in Bulgaria?
    • According to our data, Dobărsko holds the title for the coldest city in Bulgaria in May. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 17°C and drops to lows of about 6°C during the night.

  • How much sun does Bulgaria get in May?
    • The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 277 hours of sunshine in Sunny Beach. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

  • What is the water's temperature in May?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 18°C in Sunny Beach this month, so still a bit cool to swim but some enjoy a chilly dive.

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