Tajikistan

Tajikistan Weather in May

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

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Dushanbe Khujand Chkalovsk Khujand

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

What to Expect in Tajikistan in May

The weather in Tajikistan in May can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Khorugh at 5°C (41°F) to warm in Khujand at 28°C (82°F). At night it cools down to 16°C (61°F) in Khujand and -4°C (25°F) in Khorugh.

For a closer look at conditions across Tajikistan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Chkalovsk with an average of 44 mm (1.7 in) to high rainfall in Dusanbe with 128 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Dushanbe gets approximately 280 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Tajikistan 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 Tajikistan

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

Temperature range in Tajikistan (May)

Precipitation variation in Tajikistan (May)

Dushanbe

In May Dushanbe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°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)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
280 hours
335 hours
Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
3 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Dushanbe →

Chkalovsk

In May Chkalovsk generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
28°C (82°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
298 hours
358 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chkalovsk →

Khorugh

In May Khorugh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
218 hours
262 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Khorugh →

Khujand

In May Khujand generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
27°C (81°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
298 hours
358 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
50 mm (2 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Khujand →

Dusanbe

In May Dusanbe generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
280 hours
335 hours
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
128 mm (5 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Dusanbe →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dushanbe 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Khujand 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Chkalovsk 28°C (82°F) 15°C (59°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Khujand 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Khorugh 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Dusanbe 22°C (72°F) 9°C (48°F) 128 mm (5 in)

Tajikistan weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tajikistan in May?

Expect pleasant weather across Tajikistan in May. The popular destination of Dushanbe averages 23°C (73°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Tajikistan in May?

Dushanbe averages a daytime maximum of 23°C (73°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 10°C (50°F).

Does Tajikistan get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Tajikistan. Average rainfall in Dushanbe sits around 125 mm (4.9 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Tajikistan?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Tajikistan with overall pleasant weather in Dushanbe. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June and September provide perfect weather in Dushanbe. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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