Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Russia this May.
Russia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from -1°C (30°F) in Wrangel Island to 26°C (79°F) in Astrakhan. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Astrakhan and -6°C (21°F) in Wrangel Island.
Find the average daytime temperatures in May for the most popular destinations in Russia on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.
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Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.
Expect daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Saint Petersburg. That makes May a moderate month for Russia.
Average overnight lows in Russia during May sit near 6°C (43°F) in Saint Petersburg.
From a thorough analysis of our records, Astrakhan clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 26°C (79°F), and evenings that remain near 13°C (55°F).
For the month of May, Wrangel Island is the most temperate city in Russia based on our records. Highs average -1°C (30°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around -6°C (21°F).
Across Russia, sunshine in May ranges from moderately sunny in Ust-Kamtsjatsk (175 hours) to sunny in Orenburg (309 hours).
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