Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan Weather in May

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

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Baýramaly Turkmenbashi Türkmenabat Esenguly

Planning a journey to Turkmenistan this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Turkmenistan in May

May in Turkmenistan generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Turkmenbashi at 27°C (81°F) and very warm in Baýramaly at 32°C (90°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Baýramaly and 17°C (63°F) in Turkmenbashi.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Türkmenabat with an average of 9.2 mm (0.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Ashgabat with 50 mm (2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Ashgabat enjoys about 273 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Turkmenistan 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 Turkmenistan

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

Temperature range in Turkmenistan (May)

Precipitation variation in Turkmenistan (May)

Ashgabat

In May Ashgabat generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°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)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
273 hours
336 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
50 mm (2 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Ashgabat →

Baýramaly

In May Baýramaly generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
32°C (90°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
307 hours
358 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Baýramaly →

Turkmenbashi

In May Turkmenbashi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
27°C (81°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
227 hours
303 hours
347 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Turkmenbashi →

Türkmenabat

In May Türkmenabat generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°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)
32°C (90°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
327 hours
385 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Türkmenabat →

Esenguly

In May Esenguly generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°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)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
268 hours
316 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Esenguly →

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In our records: Turkmenistan May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Turkmenistan 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 Turkmenistan brought 300 mm (12 in) in Esenguly on May 26, 1994.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Baýramaly 32°C (90°F) 17°C (63°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Turkmenbashi 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Türkmenabat 32°C (90°F) 17°C (63°F) 9.2 mm (0.4 in)
Esenguly 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Ashgabat 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 50 mm (2 in)

Turkmenistan weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Turkmenistan in May?

In May, Turkmenistan generally has perfect weather conditions. Ashgabat sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Turkmenistan in May?

Daytime temperatures in Ashgabat peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in May, dropping to about 16°C (61°F) overnight.

Does Turkmenistan get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Turkmenistan during May, with Ashgabat averaging close to 50 mm (2 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Turkmenistan?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Turkmenistan. Typically, the climate in Ashgabat is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Turkmenistan is in April, May and October with generally perfect weather in Ashgabat. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, June, July and August tend to be poor.

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