Vologda Region Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Vologda Region, Russia in May.

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Vologda Cherepovets Velikiy Ustyug Kirillov

Planning a journey to Vologda Region, 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 Vologda Region in May

Vologda Region, Russia is a region in Russia. May in Vologda Region generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Vologda.

For specific regional insights in Vologda Region, Russia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Velikiy Ustyug with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Cherepovets with 64 mm (2.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Vologda gets approximately 269 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Vologda Region by month

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

January-6°C (21°F) February-4°C (25°F) March2°C (36°F) April10°C (50°F) May17°C (63°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August21°C (70°F) September15°C (59°F) October7°C (45°F) November0°C (32°F) December-3°C (27°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Vologda Region in May

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

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 Vologda Region

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

Temperature range in Vologda Region (May)

Precipitation variation in Vologda Region (May)

Vologda

In May Vologda generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°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)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
269 hours
281 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
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Cherepovets

In May Cherepovets generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
9°C (48°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Cherepovets →

Velikiy Ustyug

In May Velikiy Ustyug generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
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Kirillov

In May Kirillov generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
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Vytegra

In May Vytegra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
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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 Vologda Region in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vologda 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Cherepovets 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Velikiy Ustyug 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Kirillov 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Vytegra 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

Vologda Region weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vologda Region, Russia in May?

May in Vologda Region, Russia brings tolerable weather. In Vologda, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Vologda Region, Russia in May?

Average temperatures in Vologda Region, Russia during May range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Vologda.

Does Vologda Region, Russia get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Vologda Region, Russia during May, with Vologda averaging close to 62 mm (2.4 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Vologda Region, Russia?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Vologda, May might be a good time to visit Vologda Region, Russia. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Vologda. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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