Plovdiv

Plovdiv Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Plovdiv, Bulgaria in May.

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Plovdiv Hisarya Kalofer Asenovgrad

Planning a trip to Plovdiv, Bulgaria this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Plovdiv in May

Plovdiv, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. May in Plovdiv generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Orehovo at 19°C (66°F) and warm in Voyvodinovo at 24°C (75°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Voyvodinovo and 8°C (46°F) in Orehovo.

For a closer look at conditions across Plovdiv, Bulgaria, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Voyvodinovo with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Sopot with 124 mm (4.9 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Plovdiv.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Plovdiv enjoys approximately 255 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Plovdiv in May

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

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 Plovdiv

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Plovdiv, Bulgaria?

Temperature range in Plovdiv (May)

Precipitation variation in Plovdiv (May)

Plovdiv

In May Plovdiv generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
255 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Plovdiv →

Hisarya

In May Hisarya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
255 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hisarya →

Kalofer

In May Kalofer generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
255 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kalofer →

Asenovgrad

In May Asenovgrad generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
255 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Asenovgrad →

Karlovo

In May Karlovo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
255 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Karlovo →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Plovdiv, in Bulgaria.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Plovdiv in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Plovdiv 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Hisarya 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Kalofer 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Asenovgrad 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Karlovo 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Banya 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 102 mm (4 in)

Plovdiv weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Plovdiv, Bulgaria in May?

Expect perfect weather across Plovdiv, Bulgaria in May. The popular destination of Plovdiv averages 23°C (73°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Plovdiv, Bulgaria in May?

Average temperatures in Plovdiv, Bulgaria during May range from a nighttime low near 11°C (52°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Plovdiv.

Does Plovdiv, Bulgaria get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Plovdiv averages only about 82 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Plovdiv, Bulgaria?

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

Generally speaking, May, June and September provide perfect weather in Plovdiv. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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