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Russia Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to Russia this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Russia in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Wrangel Island at -1°C (30°F) to warm in Astrakhan at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Astrakhan and -6°C (21°F) in Wrangel Island.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Wrangel Island with an average of 15 mm (0.6 in) to heavy snowfall in Nikitino with 213 mm (8.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Saint Petersburg gets approximately 260 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Russia 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 Russia

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

Temperature range in Russia (May)

Precipitation variation in Russia (May)

Saint Petersburg

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
260 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Saint Petersburg →

Moscow

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
265 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Moscow →

Adler

In May Adler generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
221 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Adler →

Yekaterinburg

In May Yekaterinburg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
206 hours
256 hours
272 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Yekaterinburg →

Sochi

In May Sochi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°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)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
222 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sochi →

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In our records: Russia May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Russia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest May day in Russia brought 304 mm (12 in) in Vladivostok on May 30, 2002.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint Petersburg 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Moscow 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Adler 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Krasnodar 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Sevastopol 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Irkutsk 17°C (63°F) 3°C (37°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)

Russia weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Russia in May?

Expect tolerable weather across Russia in May. The popular destination of Saint Petersburg averages 16°C (61°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Russia in May?

Average temperatures in Russia during May range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Saint Petersburg.

Does Russia get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Russia during May, with Saint Petersburg averaging close to 56 mm (2.2 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Russia?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Russia with overall tolerable weather in Saint Petersburg. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Saint Petersburg. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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