Leningrad Region Weather in May

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

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Pushkin Ivangorod Vyborg Peterhof

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

What to Expect in Leningrad Region in May

Leningrad Region, Russia is a region in Russia. May in Leningrad Region generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Ozerki at 12°C (54°F) and mild in Luga at 18°C (64°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Luga and 6°C (43°F) in Ozerki.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ozerki with an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Tikhvin with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Pushkin enjoys approximately 260 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Leningrad Region by month

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

January-2°C (28°F) February-2°C (28°F) March4°C (39°F) April11°C (52°F) May17°C (63°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August22°C (72°F) September17°C (63°F) October9°C (48°F) November3°C (37°F) December0°C (32°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Leningrad Region in May

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

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

Temperature range in Leningrad Region (May)

Precipitation variation in Leningrad Region (May)

Pushkin

In May Pushkin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
260 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Pushkin →

Ivangorod

In May Ivangorod generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°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)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
276 hours
285 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Ivangorod →

Vyborg

In May Vyborg generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Vyborg →

Peterhof

In May Peterhof generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
260 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Peterhof →

Kolpino

In May Kolpino generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
260 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Kolpino →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pushkin 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Ivangorod 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Vyborg 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Peterhof 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Kolpino 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Gatchina 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)

Leningrad Region weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Leningrad Region, Russia typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Pushkin average around 17°C (63°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

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

In Pushkin, the average daytime high in May is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

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

Not particularly. Pushkin averages just 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Leningrad Region, Russia.

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Leningrad Region, Russia with overall tolerable weather in Pushkin. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Leningrad Region, Russia is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Pushkin. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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