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Smolyan Weather in May

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

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Pamporovo Smolyan Zlatograd Chepelare

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

What to Expect in Smolyan in May

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Devin at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Zlatograd at 21°C (70°F). At night it cools down to 10°C (50°F) in Zlatograd and 7°C (45°F) in Devin.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Zlatograd with an average of 93 mm (3.7 in) to high rainfall in Smilyan with 137 mm (5.4 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Pamporovo typically receives 255 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Smolyan by month

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

January3°C (37°F) February5°C (41°F) March9°C (48°F) April13°C (55°F) May18°C (64°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August25°C (77°F) September21°C (70°F) October15°C (59°F) November10°C (50°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Smolyan in May

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

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 Smolyan

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

Temperature range in Smolyan (May)

Precipitation variation in Smolyan (May)

Pamporovo

In May Pamporovo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
255 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Pamporovo →

Smolyan

In May Smolyan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
255 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Smolyan →

Zlatograd

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Zlatograd →

Chepelare

In May Chepelare generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
255 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Chepelare →

Devin

In May Devin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
255 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
127 mm (5 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Smolyan, in Bulgaria.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pamporovo 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Smolyan 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Zlatograd 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Chepelare 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Devin 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Shipka 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)

Smolyan weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Smolyan, Bulgaria in May. The popular destination of Pamporovo averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Smolyan, Bulgaria during May range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Pamporovo.

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

Smolyan, Bulgaria sees substantial rainfall in May. Pamporovo typically averages about 135 mm (5.3 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Smolyan, Bulgaria?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Smolyan, Bulgaria with overall tolerable weather in Pamporovo. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Smolyan, Bulgaria is in August and September with generally perfect weather in Pamporovo. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be poor.

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