Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan Weather in May

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

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Planning a trip to Uzbekistan this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Uzbekistan in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Samarkand at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Bukhara at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Bukhara and 12°C (54°F) in Samarkand.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Bukhara with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Samarkand with 85 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Samarkand sees close to 316 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Uzbekistan 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 Uzbekistan

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

Temperature range in Uzbekistan (May)

Precipitation variation in Uzbekistan (May)

Samarkand

In May Samarkand generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
25°C (77°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
316 hours
378 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Samarkand →

Tashkent

In May Tashkent generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
305 hours
363 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Tashkent →

Bukhara

In May Bukhara 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
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Bukhara →

Andijan

In May Andijan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
30°C (86°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
275 hours
335 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
51 mm (2 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Andijan →

Navoi

In May Navoi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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)
30°C (86°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Navoi →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Samarkand 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Tashkent 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Bukhara 32°C (90°F) 17°C (63°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Khiva 31°C (88°F) 16°C (61°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Navoi 30°C (86°F) 15°C (59°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Andijan 30°C (86°F) 16°C (61°F) 51 mm (2 in)

Uzbekistan weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Uzbekistan in May?

Uzbekistan typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Samarkand average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Uzbekistan in May?

Daytime temperatures in Samarkand peak at roughly 25°C (77°F) in May, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

Does Uzbekistan get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Uzbekistan. Samarkand averages only about 85 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Uzbekistan?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Uzbekistan with overall perfect weather in Samarkand.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Samarkand. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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