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The best travel time for Kyrgyzstan and the Tian-Shan mountains is from April to October, when you have pleasant temperatures and barely any rainfall.
Bishkek Weather in May
Bishkek in May sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 9°C (48°F). Moderate rainfall is typical, with around 58 mm (2.3 in) for the month.
Rainfall in Bishkek in May
Typically, about 12 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.
Temperature in Bishkek in May
May in Bishkek is generally excellent, with days reaching 22°C (72°F) and nights settling around 9°C (48°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 9°C (48°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Bishkek in May
The month enjoys around 263 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Bishkek.
Bishkek Temperature in May
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
58 mm (2.3 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
60%
Sunshine
263 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Bishkek Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Bishkek typically rise from around 22°C (72°F) at the start of May to approximately 27°C (81°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 9°C (48°F) to 14°C (57°F).
Average temperatures in May
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in May
Historical weather records for Bishkek in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Bishkek spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Bishkek historical weather extremes in May
Based on weather observations in Bishkek between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.
- Bishkek recorded its highest May temperature of 39°C (102°F) on May 31, 2001.
- The coldest night in May in Bishkek was on May 1, 1989, with a minimum of -3°C (27°F).
Best Places in Kyrgyzstan in May
Find out more about the weather in Kyrgyzstan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Kyrgyzstan in May →
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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).
What to Wear in Bishkek in May
For Bishkek in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Bishkek in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Barbeque9/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Bishkek 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Popular in May
Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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12°C (54°F) Dolinka
11°C (52°F) Cholpon-Ata11°C (52°F) Bosteri10°C (50°F) Bucket list
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