With daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 12°C (54°F), May in Izmit brings high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 72 mm (2.8 in) falls on average.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.
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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).
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. 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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