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Damascus weather in May (Syria)

What does the weather outlook for Damascus look like in May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The weather in Damascus is usually perfect in May, featuring high temperatures and low rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 28°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 13°C.

Precipitation

Damascus in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 8.5 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 3 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 323 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. March, April, May, June, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Damascus climate page with graphs.

 

Damascus, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 9%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 8.5 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 44%  
SunshineSunshine 323 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Syria in May

Find out more about the weather in Syria and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Damascus.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Syria? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Syria. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.