Syria Weather in May

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

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Palmyra Damascus Deir Ezzor Lattakia

Planning a getaway to Syria 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 Syria in May

In May, Syria experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Lattakia at 24°C (75°F) and very warm in Deir Ezzor at 34°C (93°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Deir Ezzor and 19°C (66°F) in Lattakia. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Palmyra with an average of 6.7 mm (0.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Lattakia with 47 mm (1.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Aleppo enjoys approximately 319 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Syria 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 Syria

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

Temperature range in Syria (May)

Precipitation variation in Syria (May)

Aleppo

In May Aleppo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
31°C (88°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
243 hours
319 hours
366 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Aleppo →

Deir Ezzor

In May Deir Ezzor generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
34°C (93°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
243 hours
310 hours
351 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Deir Ezzor →

Lattakia

In May Lattakia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
298 hours
321 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
4 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lattakia →

Palmyra

In May Palmyra generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
31°C (88°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
258 hours
319 hours
363 hours
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
6.7 mm (0.3 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Palmyra →

Damascus

In May Damascus generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
323 hours
356 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
8.5 mm (0.3 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Damascus →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Palmyra 31°C (88°F) 16°C (61°F) 6.7 mm (0.3 in)
Damascus 28°C (82°F) 13°C (55°F) 8.5 mm (0.3 in)
Deir Ezzor 34°C (93°F) 20°C (68°F) 9.2 mm (0.4 in)
Lattakia 24°C (75°F) 19°C (66°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Aleppo 31°C (88°F) 16°C (61°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)

Syria weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Syria in May?

Syria typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Aleppo average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Syria in May?

In Aleppo, the average daytime high in May is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does Syria get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Aleppo averages just 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Syria.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Syria?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Syria with overall perfect weather in Aleppo.

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

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