Kosovo

Kosovo Weather in May

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

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Pristina Prizren Gornja Mala Peje

Planning a trip to Kosovo this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Kosovo in May

May in Kosovo generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Peje at 20°C (68°F) and warm in Gracanica at 22°C (72°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Gracanica and 8°C (46°F) in Peje.

For specific regional insights in Kosovo, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Babimoc with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to high rainfall in Gornja Mala with 117 mm (4.6 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Pristina.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Pristina sees close to 231 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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

January5°C (41°F) February8°C (46°F) March13°C (55°F) April17°C (63°F) May22°C (72°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September24°C (75°F) October18°C (64°F) November12°C (54°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kosovo in May

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

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 Kosovo

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

Temperature range in Kosovo (May)

Precipitation variation in Kosovo (May)

Pristina

In May Pristina generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
231 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pristina →

Prizren

In May Prizren generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°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)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
231 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Prizren →

Gornja Mala

In May Gornja Mala generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°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)
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
231 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Gornja Mala →

Peje

In May Peje generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
189 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Peje →

Ðakovica

In May Ðakovica generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
231 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ðakovica →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pristina 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Prizren 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Gornja Mala 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Peje 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Ðakovica 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Babimoc 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

Kosovo weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kosovo in May?

Expect perfect weather across Kosovo in May. The popular destination of Pristina averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Kosovo in May?

Average temperatures in Kosovo during May range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Pristina.

Does Kosovo get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Kosovo during May, with Pristina averaging close to 78 mm (3.1 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Kosovo?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Kosovo with overall perfect weather in Pristina. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June and September offering mostly perfect weather in Pristina. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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