Kostroma Region Weather in May

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

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Kostroma Lunevo Nerekhta Shar'ya

Considering a trip to Kostroma Region, Russia this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Kostroma Region in May

Kostroma Region, Russia is a region in Russia. May in Kostroma Region generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Kostroma.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kostroma Region, Russia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Shar'ya with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Lunevo with 63 mm (2.5 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Kostroma typically receives 269 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Kostroma Region by month

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

January-5°C (23°F) February-4°C (25°F) March2°C (36°F) April11°C (52°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August22°C (72°F) September16°C (61°F) October8°C (46°F) November1°C (34°F) December-3°C (27°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kostroma Region in May

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

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 Kostroma Region

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

Temperature range in Kostroma Region (May)

Precipitation variation in Kostroma Region (May)

Kostroma

In May Kostroma generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
269 hours
293 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Lunevo

In May Lunevo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
269 hours
293 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Nerekhta

In May Nerekhta generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
269 hours
293 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Nerekhta →

Shar'ya

In May Shar'ya generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kostroma 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 Kostroma Region in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kostroma 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Lunevo 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Nerekhta 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Shar'ya 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Kostroma Region weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Kostroma Region, Russia brings pleasant weather. In Kostroma, daytime temperatures are typically around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Kostroma peak at roughly 19°C (66°F) in May, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

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

May is on the drier side in Kostroma Region, Russia. Kostroma averages only about 61 mm (2.4 in), with most days staying dry.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Kostroma, May might be a good time to visit Kostroma Region, Russia. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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

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