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Ruse Weather in May

During May, Ruse experiences high daytime temperatures of 25°C (77°F) and cooler nights around 13°C (55°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 68 mm (2.7 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Ruse in May

Historically, approximately 11 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 68 mm (2.7 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Ruse in May

May is a perfect month in Ruse, with 25°C (77°F) during the day and 13°C (55°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights drop to around 13°C (55°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Ruse in May

The month enjoys around 246 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June and September typically offer the best circumstances for Ruse.

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Ruse Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C (77°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 68 mm (2.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
SunshineSunshine 246 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Bucharest, Romania (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Ruse typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 25°C (77°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 9°C (48°F) to 13°C (55°F).

Average temperatures in May

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in May

Historical weather for Ruse in May

Browse day-by-day weather records for Ruse spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Ruse historical weather extremes in May

Based on weather observations in Ruse between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.

  • The warmest day in May was on May 3, 2003, with a maximum of 36°C (97°F).
  • Nighttime temperatures dropped to 0°C (32°F) on May 7, 1999, marking the coldest May night on record.

Best Places in Bulgaria in May

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Ruse in May

For Ruse in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Ruse in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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