Chukotka Autonomous Okrug Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia in May.

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Anadyr

Thinking about venturing to Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug in May

Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia is a region in Russia. May in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug generally has cold temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 2°C (36°F) and nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) in Anadyr. May is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For specific regional insights in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

May is a dry month with an average snow/rainfall of around 24 mm (0.9 in) in Anadyr.

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Anadyr sees around 244 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Chukotka Autonomous Okrug by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug — and find the best time to visit. (based on Anadyr)

January-17°C (1°F) February-16°C (3°F) March-12°C (10°F) April-6°C (21°F) May2°C (36°F) June6°C (43°F) This monthJuly10°C (50°F) August11°C (52°F) September8°C (46°F) October0°C (32°F) November-6°C (21°F) December-14°C (7°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Chukotka Autonomous Okrug.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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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).

Popular Destinations in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia?

Anadyr

In May Anadyr generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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April
May
June
Max temperature
-6°C (21°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
244 hours
278 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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In our records: Russia May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Russia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest May day in Russia brought 304 mm (12 in) in Vladivostok on May 30, 2002.

Chukotka Autonomous Okrug weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia in May?

May in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia brings poor weather. In Anadyr, daytime temperatures are typically around 2°C (36°F) and nighttime lows hover near -3°C (27°F).

What is the average temperature in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia in May?

In Anadyr, the average daytime high in May is 2°C (36°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -3°C (27°F).

Does Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia get a lot of snow/rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia. Anadyr averages only about 24 mm (0.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Anadyr, May may not be the ideal time to visit Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia.

On average, the best time to visit Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia is in August with generally unpleasant weather in Anadyr.

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