Veliko Tarnovo Weather in May

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

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Veliko Tŭrnovo Arbanasi Elena Svishtov

Planning a journey to Veliko Tarnovo, 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 Veliko Tarnovo in May

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Drenta at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Svishtov at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Svishtov and 11°C (52°F) in Drenta.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Svishtov with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Voneshta Voda with 114 mm (4.5 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Explore Veliko Tarnovo by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February8°C (46°F) March12°C (54°F) April18°C (64°F) May23°C (73°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September25°C (77°F) October18°C (64°F) November12°C (54°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Veliko Tarnovo in May

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

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 Veliko Tarnovo

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

Temperature range in Veliko Tarnovo (May)

Precipitation variation in Veliko Tarnovo (May)

Veliko Tŭrnovo

In May Veliko Tŭrnovo 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)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Arbanasi

In May Arbanasi 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)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Elena

In May Elena 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)
105 mm (4.1 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Svishtov

In May Svishtov generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
247 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Lyaskovets

In May Lyaskovets 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)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Veliko Tŭrnovo 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Arbanasi 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Elena 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Svishtov 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Lyaskovets 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Emen 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

Veliko Tarnovo weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria in May?

May in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria brings perfect weather. In Veliko Tŭrnovo, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria in May?

Daytime temperatures in Veliko Tŭrnovo peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in May, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

Does Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria. Veliko Tŭrnovo averages only about 98 mm (3.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria. Typically, the climate in Veliko Tŭrnovo is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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

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