Plovdiv in May
7.8out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
11°CAvg low
10Rainy days (56 mm)
14:23 hDaylight
06:06Sunrise · 20:29 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.7 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C | -3°C | 40 mm | 6 | – | – | 5.2 |
| February | 8°C | -2°C | 39 mm | 7 | – | – | 5.7 |
| March | 13°C | 2°C | 53 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.4 |
| April | 18°C | 6°C | 46 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.3 |
| May | 23°C | 11°C | 56 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| June | 27°C | 15°C | 46 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| July | 30°C | 17°C | 39 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.9 |
| August | 30°C | 17°C | 24 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.1 |
| September | 25°C | 13°C | 42 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| October | 19°C | 8°C | 42 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.8 |
| November | 12°C | 3°C | 38 mm | 6 | – | – | 6.8 |
| December | 7°C | -1°C | 48 mm | 8 | – | – | 5.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Plovdiv in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 11°C.
When is the best time to visit Plovdiv?
The best months are September, August, June, July.