Irkutsk Region Weather in May

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

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Irkutsk Listvyanka Khuzhir Baykalsk

Planning a getaway to Irkutsk Region, 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 Irkutsk Region in May

Irkutsk Region, Russia is a region in Russia. Irkutsk Region, Russia has a wide variety of climate types. During May, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Khuzhir at 8°C (46°F) and pleasant in Angarsk at 19°C (66°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Angarsk and 1°C (34°F) in Khuzhir.

To explore the conditions in Irkutsk Region, Russia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Khuzhir with an average of 29 mm (1.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Utulik with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Irkutsk sees close to 267 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Irkutsk Region 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 Irkutsk Region

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

Temperature range in Irkutsk Region (May)

Precipitation variation in Irkutsk Region (May)

Irkutsk

In May Irkutsk generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
17°C (63°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
267 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Irkutsk →

Listvyanka

In May Listvyanka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
267 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Listvyanka →

Khuzhir

In May Khuzhir generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Khuzhir →

Baykalsk

In May Baykalsk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
267 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Baykalsk →

Sakhyurta

In May Sakhyurta generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Sakhyurta →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Irkutsk Region, 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 Irkutsk Region in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Irkutsk 17°C (63°F) 3°C (37°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Listvyanka 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Khuzhir 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Baykalsk 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Sakhyurta 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Bol'shoye Goloustnoye 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)

Irkutsk Region weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Irkutsk Region, Russia in May?

Expect tolerable weather across Irkutsk Region, Russia in May. The popular destination of Irkutsk averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 3°C (37°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Irkutsk Region, Russia in May?

Daytime temperatures in Irkutsk peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in May, dropping to about 3°C (37°F) overnight.

Does Irkutsk Region, Russia get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Irkutsk Region, Russia. Irkutsk averages only about 42 mm (1.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Irkutsk Region, Russia?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Irkutsk Region, Russia with overall tolerable weather in Irkutsk. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June and July provide perfect weather in Irkutsk. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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