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Sarıkamıs Weather in May

May in Sarıkamıs brings moderate temperatures around 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night, with the most rainfall of the year.

Rainfall in Sarıkamıs in May

As the month with the most rain, you'll want to have an umbrella with you to manage the frequent showers. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 19 days with rain, averaging 135 mm (5.3 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Sarıkamıs in May

May in Sarıkamıs sees highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Sarıkamıs in May

The city usually sees around 228 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Sarıkamıs.

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Sarıkamıs Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 135 mm (5.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
SunshineSunshine 228 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kars, Turkey (51 KM, 31 Miles).

Best Places in Turkey in May

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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 Sarıkamıs in May

Pack for changing conditions in Sarıkamıs in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Sarıkamıs in May

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

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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