Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia in May.

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What to Expect in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) in May

Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia is a region in Slovenia. May in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Stari Trg ob Kolpi at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Mali Ban at 22°C (72°F). At night it cools down to 11°C (52°F) in Mali Ban and 9°C (48°F) in Stari Trg ob Kolpi.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Šentrupert with an average of 102 mm (4 in) to high rainfall in Stari Trg ob Kolpi with 132 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Novo Mesto sees close to 234 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) in May

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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 Dolenjska (Lower Carniola)

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia?

Temperature range in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) (May)

Precipitation variation in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) (May)

Novo Mesto

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

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
234 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Smarjeske Toplice

In May Smarjeske Toplice generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
230 hours
236 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Otočec

In May Otočec generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
230 hours
236 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Dolenjske Toplice

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

May
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
180 hours
234 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
127 mm (5 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Metlika

In May Metlika generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
230 hours
236 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Novo Mesto 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Smarjeske Toplice 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Otočec 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Dolenjske Toplice 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Metlika 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Škocjan 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)

Dolenjska (Lower Carniola) weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia in May?

In May, Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia generally has pleasant weather conditions. Novo Mesto sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia in May?

Average temperatures in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia during May range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Novo Mesto.

Does Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia. Average rainfall in Novo Mesto sits around 117 mm (4.6 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia. Typically, the climate in Novo Mesto is pleasant.

On average, the best time to visit Dolenjska (Lower Carniola), Slovenia is in May, June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Novo Mesto. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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