Primorsky Krai Weather in May

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

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Vladivostok Ussuriysk Nakhodka Artem

Planning a journey to Primorsky Krai, 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 Primorsky Krai in May

Primorsky Krai, Russia is a region in Russia. May in Primorsky Krai generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Vladivostok at 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in Ussuriysk at 19°C (66°F). At night it cools down to 8°C (46°F) in Ussuriysk and 8°C (46°F) in Vladivostok.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Artem with an average of 77 mm (3 in) to moderate rainfall in Andreyevka with 90 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Vladivostok enjoys about 200 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Primorsky Krai by month

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

January-6°C (21°F) February-2°C (28°F) March3°C (37°F) April8°C (46°F) May13°C (55°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August24°C (75°F) September21°C (70°F) October15°C (59°F) November5°C (41°F) December-3°C (27°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Primorsky Krai in May

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

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 Primorsky Krai

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

Temperature range in Primorsky Krai (May)

Precipitation variation in Primorsky Krai (May)

Vladivostok

In May Vladivostok generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
200 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
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Ussuriysk

In May Ussuriysk generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
200 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Ussuriysk →

Nakhodka

In May Nakhodka generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Artem

In May Artem generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
200 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
77 mm (3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Artem →

Andreyevka

In May Andreyevka generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°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)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Primorsky Krai, 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 Primorsky Krai in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vladivostok 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Ussuriysk 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Nakhodka 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Artem 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Andreyevka 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Slavyanka 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)

Primorsky Krai weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Primorsky Krai, Russia in May?

In May, Primorsky Krai, Russia generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Vladivostok sees daytime temperatures near 13°C (55°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Primorsky Krai, Russia in May?

In Vladivostok, the average daytime high in May is 13°C (55°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Primorsky Krai, Russia get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Primorsky Krai, Russia. Vladivostok averages only about 87 mm (3.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Primorsky Krai, Russia?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Primorsky Krai, Russia due to the typically unpleasant weather in Vladivostok.

Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in Vladivostok. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be poor.

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