Harghita Weather in May

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

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Odorheiu Secuiesc Băile Tuşnad Corund Gheorgheni

Planning a trip to Harghita, Romania this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Harghita in May

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Borsec at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Saschiz at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Saschiz and 6°C (43°F) in Borsec.

For specific regional insights in Harghita, Romania, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Saschiz with an average of 89 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Topliţa with 131 mm (5.2 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Harghita 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 Harghita

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

Temperature range in Harghita (May)

Precipitation variation in Harghita (May)

Odorheiu Secuiesc

In May Odorheiu Secuiesc 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
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Odorheiu Secuiesc →

Băile Tuşnad

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Băile Tuşnad →

Corund

In May Corund 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
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Corund →

Gheorgheni

In May Gheorgheni 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 rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Gheorgheni →

Sub Cetate

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Sub Cetate →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Odorheiu Secuiesc 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Băile Tuşnad 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Corund 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Gheorgheni 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Sub Cetate 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Borsec 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)

Harghita weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Harghita, Romania typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Odorheiu Secuiesc average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

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

In Odorheiu Secuiesc, the average daytime high in May is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

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

Not particularly. Odorheiu Secuiesc averages just 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Harghita, Romania.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Harghita, Romania?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Harghita, Romania with overall perfect weather in Odorheiu Secuiesc. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Harghita, Romania is in May, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Odorheiu Secuiesc. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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