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Irkutsk weather in May (Irkutsk Region, Russia)

How does the May weather in Irkutsk compare to other months? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In May, Irkutsk typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 17°C, while nights can cool down to about 3°C.

Precipitation

Irkutsk in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 42 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 10 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 267 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June and July typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Irkutsk, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 42 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 55%  
SunshineSunshine 267 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Russia in May

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

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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?

For visitors traveling to Irkutsk, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Russia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Russia. 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.