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Smilyan Weather in May

May in Smilyan brings pleasant temperatures around 19°C (66°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 137 mm (5.4 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Smilyan in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 11 days of rain, with 137 mm (5.4 in) average for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Smilyan in May

May in Smilyan brings typical temperatures with highs around 19°C (66°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Smilyan in May

Enjoy a sunny month with about 255 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Smilyan even more beautiful.

For Smilyan itself, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Smilyan Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 137 mm (5.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 52% *  
SunshineSunshine 255 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Plovdiv, Bulgaria (69 KM, 43 Miles).

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 Smilyan in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Smilyan in May

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

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

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