Gorj Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gorj, Romania in May.

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Târgu Jiu Ranca Baia de Fier Novaci-Străini

Thinking about venturing to Gorj, Romania 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 Gorj in May

Gorj, Romania is a region in Romania. May in Gorj generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Ranca at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Târgu Jiu at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Târgu Jiu and 7°C (45°F) in Ranca.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Târgu Jiu with an average of 89 mm (3.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Ranca with 161 mm (6.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Gorj 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 Gorj

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Gorj, Romania?

Temperature range in Gorj (May)

Precipitation variation in Gorj (May)

Târgu Jiu

In May Târgu Jiu generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Târgu Jiu →

Ranca

In May Ranca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy 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
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
205 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Ranca →

Baia de Fier

In May Baia de Fier generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Baia de Fier →

Novaci-Străini

In May Novaci-Străini generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Novaci-Străini →

Polovragi

In May Polovragi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
205 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Polovragi →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Târgu Jiu 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Ranca 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Baia de Fier 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Novaci-Străini 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Polovragi 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Tismana 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)

Gorj weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gorj, Romania in May?

May in Gorj, Romania brings perfect weather. In Târgu Jiu, daytime temperatures are typically around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Gorj, Romania in May?

Daytime temperatures in Târgu Jiu peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in May, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

Does Gorj, Romania get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Gorj, Romania. Târgu Jiu averages only about 89 mm (3.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Gorj, Romania?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Gorj, Romania. Typically, the climate in Târgu Jiu is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Târgu Jiu. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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