Georgia

Georgia Weather in May

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

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Tbilisi City Batumi Kutaisi Gudauri

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

What to Expect in Georgia in May

Georgia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In May, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Mestia at 9°C (48°F) to warm in Rustavi at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Rustavi and -1°C (30°F) in Mestia.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Georgia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rustavi with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Akhaltsikhe with 188 mm (7.4 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Tbilisi City receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Tbilisi City sees around 213 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Georgia 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).

Popular Destinations in Georgia

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Georgia?

Temperature range in Georgia (May)

Precipitation variation in Georgia (May)

Tbilisi City

In May Tbilisi City 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.

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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)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
213 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Tbilisi City →

Batumi

In May Batumi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
200 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Batumi →

Kutaisi

In May Kutaisi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°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
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kutaisi →

Bakuriani

In May Bakuriani generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bakuriani →

Gudauri

In May Gudauri generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
190 hours
206 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Gudauri →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tbilisi City 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Batumi 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Kutaisi 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Gudauri 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Borjomi 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Mestia 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)

Georgia weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Georgia in May?

Expect pleasant weather across Georgia in May. The popular destination of Tbilisi City averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Georgia in May?

Average temperatures in Georgia during May range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Tbilisi City.

Does Georgia get a lot of rain in May?

Tbilisi City typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 110 mm (4.3 in) on average across Georgia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Georgia?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Georgia with overall pleasant weather in Tbilisi City. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and September offering mostly perfect weather in Tbilisi City. On the other hand, the months of February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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