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Blagoevgrad Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria in May.

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Considering a trip to Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Blagoevgrad in May

Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. May in Blagoevgrad generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Dobărsko at 17°C (63°F) to warm in Petrich at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Petrich and 6°C (43°F) in Dobărsko.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Petrich with an average of 76 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Dobrinishte with 128 mm (5 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Bansko typically receives 291 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Blagoevgrad in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Blagoevgrad

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria?

Temperature range in Blagoevgrad (May)

Precipitation variation in Blagoevgrad (May)

Bansko

In May Bansko generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
291 hours
312 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
127 mm (5 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bansko →

Sandanski

In May Sandanski generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
291 hours
312 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sandanski →

Blagoevgrad

In May Blagoevgrad generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
291 hours
312 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Blagoevgrad →

Razlog

In May Razlog generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
291 hours
312 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Razlog →

Bania

In May Bania generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
291 hours
312 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
127 mm (5 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bania →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Blagoevgrad in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bansko 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Sandanski 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Blagoevgrad 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Razlog 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Bania 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Dobrinishte 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 128 mm (5 in)

Blagoevgrad weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria in May?

In May, Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Bansko sees daytime temperatures near 17°C (63°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria in May?

In Bansko, the average daytime high in May is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 6°C (43°F).

Does Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria get a lot of rain in May?

Bansko typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 127 mm (5 in) on average across Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria with often unpleasant weather in Bansko.

On average, the best time to visit Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria is in July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Bansko. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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