Sozopol weather in May (Burgas Province, Bulgaria)

Planning a trip to Sozopol in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Sozopol, May is characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 20°C, while night temperatures can drop to 14°C.

Sozopol in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 40 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 8 days of rain.

With around 248 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sozopol climate page with graphs.

 

Sozopol, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 15°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 25%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 40 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 248 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Burgas, Bulgaria (19 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Bulgaria in May

Find out more about the weather in Bulgaria in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Sozopol in May?

For visitors traveling to Sozopol, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 15°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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