May is one of the excellent months to visit Craiova, with daytime temperatures of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F) at night. Do note that quite a bit of rainfall is typical, averaging around 68 mm (2.7 in).
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Craiova typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 25°C (77°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 10°C (50°F) to 13°C (55°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Craiova spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 50 years of weather observations (1976-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Craiova.
Find out more about the weather in Romania and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Romania in May →
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).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Craiova in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Bucharest
24°C (75°F) Timişoara24°C (75°F) Mamaia
21°C (70°F) Constanţa21°C (70°F) Cluj-Napoca21°C (70°F) Eforie Nord21°C (70°F) Sibiu
20°C (68°F) Braşov
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