Magadan Oblast Weather in May

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

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Magadan

Planning a journey to Magadan Oblast, Russia 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 Magadan Oblast in May

Magadan Oblast, Russia is a region in Russia. May in Magadan Oblast generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Magadan. In many areas in Russia, May brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

For a closer look at conditions across Magadan Oblast, Russia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 47 mm (1.9 in) in Magadan.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Magadan enjoys about 201 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Magadan Oblast by month

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

January-15°C (5°F) February-15°C (5°F) March-9°C (16°F) April-2°C (28°F) May5°C (41°F) June10°C (50°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August15°C (59°F) September11°C (52°F) October3°C (37°F) November-7°C (19°F) December-13°C (9°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Magadan Oblast in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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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 Magadan Oblast

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

Magadan

In May Magadan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
201 hours
219 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Magadan Oblast, 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.

Magadan Oblast weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Magadan Oblast, Russia in May?

May in Magadan Oblast, Russia brings poor weather. In Magadan, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

What is the average temperature in Magadan Oblast, Russia in May?

Average temperatures in Magadan Oblast, Russia during May range from a nighttime low near -1°C (30°F) to a daytime high around 5°C (41°F) in Magadan.

Does Magadan Oblast, Russia get a lot of snow/rain in May?

Not particularly. Magadan averages just 47 mm (1.9 in) of snow/rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Magadan Oblast, Russia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Magadan Oblast, Russia?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Magadan Oblast, Russia due to the typically poor weather in Magadan.

On average, the best time to visit Magadan Oblast, Russia is in July with generally tolerable weather in Magadan. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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