Kabardino-Balkarian Republic Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Russia in May.

Are you planning a trip a to Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Russia in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Kabardino-Balkarian Republic in May

Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Russia is a region in Russia. In May, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Tegenekli at 8°C (46°F) and pleasant in Nalchik at 20°C (68°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Nalchik and -2°C (28°F) in Tegenekli.

For a closer look at conditions across Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Russia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Elbrus with an average of 106 mm (4.2 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Nalchik with 190 mm (7.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Nalchik gets around 187 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Kabardino-Balkarian Republic 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 Kabardino-Balkarian Republic

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Russia?

Temperature range in Kabardino-Balkarian Republic (May)

Precipitation variation in Kabardino-Balkarian Republic (May)

Nalchik

In May Nalchik generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
187 hours
236 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Terskol

In May Terskol generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Tegenekli

In May Tegenekli generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Elbrus

In May Elbrus generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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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 Kabardino-Balkarian Republic in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nalchik 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)
Terskol 8°C (46°F) -2°C (28°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Tegenekli 8°C (46°F) -2°C (28°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Elbrus 8°C (46°F) -2°C (28°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)

Kabardino-Balkarian Republic weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Russia in May?

Expect tolerable weather across Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Russia in May. The popular destination of Nalchik averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Russia in May?

In Nalchik, the average daytime high in May is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

Does Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Russia get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Nalchik records an average of 190 mm (7.5 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Russia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Russia?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Russia with overall tolerable weather in Nalchik. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August and September offering mostly pleasant weather in Nalchik. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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