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Novi Sad Weather in May
In Novi Sad, May brings high daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to 12°C (54°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Novi Sad in May
Expect around 13 days of rain based on historical data, with 71 mm (2.8 in) average. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Novi Sad in May
Novi Sad has excellent weather in May, with days reaching 24°C (75°F) and nights cooling to 12°C (54°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. At 12°C (54°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.
Sunshine in Novi Sad in May
The month enjoys around 256 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June and September typically offer the best circumstances for Novi Sad.
Novi Sad Temperature in May
Min Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Chance of Rain
42%
Precipitation
71 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
66%
Sunshine
256 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Novi Sad typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 24°C (75°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 10°C (50°F) to 13°C (55°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 Novi Sad in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Novi Sad spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Novi Sad historical weather extremes in May
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Novi Sad from 1976 through 2026.
- The hottest May day on record in Novi Sad reached 34°C (93°F) (May 28, 2008).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 1°C (34°F) on May 1, 2026, marking the coldest May night on record.
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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 Novi Sad in May
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Novi Sad in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming9/10 -
Cycling9/10 -
Walking9/10 -
Barbeque8/10 -
Camping8/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Novi Sad 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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