Stara Zagora Weather in May

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

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Stara Zagora Pavel Banya Kazanlŭk Starozagorski Bani

Planning a journey to Stara Zagora, Bulgaria 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 Stara Zagora in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Kazanlŭk at 22°C (72°F) to warm in Radnevo at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Radnevo and 11°C (52°F) in Kazanlŭk.

For specific regional insights in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Radnevo with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to high rainfall in Kazanlŭk with 112 mm (4.4 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Stara Zagora.

Explore Stara Zagora by month

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

January6°C (43°F) February9°C (48°F) March13°C (55°F) April18°C (64°F) May23°C (73°F) This monthJune27°C (81°F) July30°C (86°F) August31°C (88°F) September26°C (79°F) October19°C (66°F) November13°C (55°F) December7°C (45°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Stara Zagora in May

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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 Stara Zagora

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

Temperature range in Stara Zagora (May)

Precipitation variation in Stara Zagora (May)

Stara Zagora

In May Stara Zagora generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Pavel Banya

In May Pavel Banya 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)
105 mm (4.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Kazanlŭk

In May Kazanlŭk 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)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
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Starozagorski Bani

In May Starozagorski Bani 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
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
255 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Radnevo

In May Radnevo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Stara Zagora 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Pavel Banya 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Kazanlŭk 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Starozagorski Bani 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Radnevo 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)

Stara Zagora weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria in May?

In May, Stara Zagora, Bulgaria generally has perfect weather conditions. Stara Zagora sees daytime temperatures near 23°C (73°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria in May?

In Stara Zagora, the average daytime high in May is 23°C (73°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does Stara Zagora, Bulgaria get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria. Stara Zagora averages only about 85 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Stara Zagora, Bulgaria?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Stara Zagora, Bulgaria. Typically, the climate in Stara Zagora is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June and September provide perfect weather in Stara Zagora. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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