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Istria Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Istria, Croatia in May.

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Planning a journey to Istria, Croatia this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Istria in May

Istria, Croatia is a region in Croatia. May in Istria generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Pula.

For specific regional insights in Istria, Croatia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Premantura with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to high rainfall in Jurdani with 144 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Pula enjoys approximately 240 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Istria 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 Istria

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Istria, Croatia?

Temperature range in Istria (May)

Precipitation variation in Istria (May)

Pula

In May Pula generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
240 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pula →

Rovinj

In May Rovinj generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
271 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
75 mm (3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Rovinj →

Poreč

In May Poreč generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
271 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Poreč →

Medulin

In May Medulin generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
240 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Medulin →

Umag

In May Umag generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
256 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Umag →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pula 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Rovinj 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Poreč 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Medulin 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Umag 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Fažana 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 77 mm (3 in)

Istria weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Istria, Croatia in May?

May in Istria, Croatia brings perfect weather. In Pula, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Istria, Croatia in May?

Pula averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

Does Istria, Croatia get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Pula averages just 76 mm (3 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Istria, Croatia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Istria, Croatia?

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

On average, the best time to visit Istria, Croatia is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Pula. The weather in January and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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