Kalmykia Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to Kalmykia, 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 Kalmykia in May

Kalmykia, Russia is a region in Russia. May in Kalmykia generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Elista.

For specific regional insights in Kalmykia, Russia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 46 mm (1.8 in) in Elista. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Elista receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Elista sees close to 281 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Kalmykia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kalmykia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Elista)

January1°C (34°F) February2°C (36°F) March9°C (48°F) April17°C (63°F) May24°C (75°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August32°C (90°F) September25°C (77°F) October17°C (63°F) November7°C (45°F) December2°C (36°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kalmykia in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kalmykia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Kalmykia

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Kalmykia, Russia?

Elista

In May Elista generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
24°C (75°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
281 hours
302 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kalmykia, 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.

Kalmykia weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kalmykia, Russia in May?

Kalmykia, Russia typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Elista average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Kalmykia, Russia in May?

Average temperatures in Kalmykia, Russia during May range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Elista.

Does Kalmykia, Russia get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Kalmykia, Russia during May, with Elista averaging close to 46 mm (1.8 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Kalmykia, Russia?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Kalmykia, Russia with overall perfect weather in Elista. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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