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Yoshkar-Ola Weather in May
Yoshkar-Ola in May sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F). Moderate rainfall is typical, with around 53 mm (2.1 in) for the month.
Rainfall in Yoshkar-Ola in May
Rain is expected on roughly 12 days, totalling around 53 mm (2.1 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in Yoshkar-Ola in May
If you're visiting Yoshkar-Ola in May, expect excellent temperatures with highs of 20°C (68°F) and overnight lows of 8°C (46°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. 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.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Yoshkar-Ola.
Yoshkar-Ola Temperature in May
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
39%
Precipitation
53 mm (2.1 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
56% *
* Data from: Cheboksary, Russia (68 KM, 42 Miles).
Yoshkar-Ola Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Yoshkar-Ola in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Yoshkar-Ola spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Yoshkar-Ola historical weather extremes in May
According to our 20 years of weather records for Yoshkar-Ola, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2026.
- The hottest May day on record in Yoshkar-Ola reached 33°C (91°F) (May 31, 2007).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was -3°C (27°F) (May 1, 2007).
Best Places in Russia 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 Yoshkar-Ola in May
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.
What To Do in Yoshkar-Ola in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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