Dagestan Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Dagestan, Russia in May.

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Makhachkala Derbent

Planning a getaway to Dagestan, Russia this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Dagestan in May

Dagestan, Russia is a region in Russia. May in Dagestan generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Makhachkala.

For specific regional insights in Dagestan, Russia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Derbent with an average of 31 mm (1.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Makhachkala with 44 mm (1.7 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Makhachkala sees close to 249 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Dagestan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Dagestan — and find the best time to visit. (based on Makhachkala)

January5°C (41°F) February6°C (43°F) March8°C (46°F) April13°C (55°F) May20°C (68°F) This monthJune25°C (77°F) July28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September23°C (73°F) October18°C (64°F) November11°C (52°F) December7°C (45°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Dagestan in May

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

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 Dagestan

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Dagestan, Russia?

Temperature range in Dagestan (May)

Precipitation variation in Dagestan (May)

Makhachkala

In May Makhachkala generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
249 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
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Derbent

In May Derbent generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Dagestan, in Russia.

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.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Makhachkala 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Derbent 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)

Dagestan weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dagestan, Russia in May?

Dagestan, Russia typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Makhachkala average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Dagestan, Russia in May?

Average temperatures in Dagestan, Russia during May range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Makhachkala.

Does Dagestan, Russia get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Makhachkala averages just 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Dagestan, Russia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Dagestan, Russia?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Dagestan, Russia with overall perfect weather in Makhachkala. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Dagestan, Russia is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Makhachkala. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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