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Kurgan Weather in May
May in Kurgan typically sees daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 7°C (45°F). Expect some rainfall during the month.
Rainfall in Kurgan in May
Typically, about 10 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 47 mm (1.9 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 Kurgan in May
The excellent temperature in Kurgan in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With lows around 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Kurgan in May
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 281 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Kurgan.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Kurgan.
Kurgan Temperature in May
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
47 mm (1.9 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
58%
Sunshine
281 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Kurgan typically rise from around 16°C (61°F) at the start of May to approximately 21°C (70°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 3°C (37°F) to 10°C (50°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 Kurgan in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Kurgan spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Kurgan historical weather extremes in May
Based on 50 years of weather observations in Kurgan between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- Kurgan recorded its highest May temperature of 36°C (97°F) on May 25, 2021.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was -7°C (19°F) (May 1, 1992).
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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 Kurgan in May
For Kurgan 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 Kurgan 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 -
Camping5/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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