Bulgaria Weather in May: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
In May, Bulgaria experiences mild spring weather, with an average temperature of 13.5°C (56.3°F). The highs reach an average of 18.7°C (65.7°F), while the lows drop to 8.6°C (47.5°F). May is a transitional month in Bulgaria, with the remnants of cooler spring weather still present but the promise of warmer temperatures to come. The average temperature in May is slightly higher than in April, signaling the gradual shift towards summer. Travelers can expect some variability in temperatures, with occasional cooler days and nights. It is advisable to pack layers to accommodate these fluctuations and ensure comfort throughout the day. May in Bulgaria sees an average humidity of 75.1%, which contributes to the overall sense of coolness in the air. The higher humidity levels can make the temperatures feel cooler than they actually are, with an average “feels like” temperature of 13.2°C (55.7°F). There is an average precipitation of 2.23 mm (0.09 inches), with a high probability of 80.6% of rainy days. Rain is the most common type of precipitation in May, with 9.1% of days experiencing some cloud cover. Snow is unlikely during this time of year in Bulgaria. Winds are moderate, with an average speed of 23.9 km/h (14.9 mph) and gusts reaching 62.2 km/h (38.7 mph). The average atmospheric pressure is 1017.2 mb (30.04 inHg). Overall, May in Bulgaria offers mild and refreshing spring weather, with the occasional need for an umbrella due to the higher chance of precipitation.
What is the temperature in Bulgaria in May?
Average air temperature in Bulgaria is 13.5°C (56.3°F) in May. The outside temperature in Bulgaria feels like 13.2°C (55.7°F) on a typical May day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 18.7°C (65.7°F) and feels like 18.7°C (65.7°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 8.6°C (47.5°F) which feels like 7.5°C (45.6°F).
How hot is Bulgaria in May?
The hot temperature in May in Bulgaria rises to 25°C (77°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 75.1% humidity. During hottest days of May it feels like 25 °C (77°F). The average maximum temp in Bulgaria is 18.7°C (77°F) during day time in May.
How cold is Bulgaria in May?
The coldest temp in Bulgaria in May drops to 4°C (39.2°F) during the cold nights. With 23.9km/h (14.9mph) winds and 75.1% humidity it feels like 2.4°C (36.3°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 8.6°C (47.5°F) during night time in May.
Does it rain in Bulgaria in May?
Yes, it rains for 25 days in Bulgaria in May averaging 2.23 mm of precipitation. Bulgaria has a 80.6% chance for rain throughout the entire month of May.
How much does it rain in Bulgaria throughout May?
Bulgaria has 2.23 mm (0.09 inch) of rain per day on average in May. It rains for an average of 25 days out of the entire month.
Is Bulgaria windy in May?
The average speed of wind in Bulgaria during May is 23.9km/h (14.9mph) and average windgust is 62.2km/h (38.7mph). On some days in May wind can reach up to 33.5km/h (20.8mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Bulgaria in May?
Most days of May the wind is blowing from Southeast direction in Bulgaria.
What are the humidity levels in Bulgaria in May?
The average humidity levels in Bulgaria in May are 75.1%. Daily humidity levels in Bulgaria range from 56.4% to 90.1% during May.
How many hours of daylight are in Bulgaria in May?
Bulgaria has 14 hours 37 minutes of daylight in May on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Bulgaria in May is at 6:04:59 and the sunset is at 20:42:35.
What is the cloud coverage in Bulgaria in May?
Clouds cover 64% of the sky on average throughout May in Bulgaria. The cloud coverage ranges from 21.1% to 98.5% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in May in Bulgaria?
The average UV index in Bulgaria is 5.8 in May. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 1 to 10.
What is the solar radiation in Bulgaria in May?
The average solar radiation is 146.9 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Bulgaria during May. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 37.5 W/m2 to 263.8 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during May in Bulgaria?
The average solar energy during May in Bulgaria is 12.7 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 3.2 MJ/m2, to 22.8 MJ/m2 during May.
Are there severe weather risks in Bulgaria in May?
No, there are no risks for severe weather in Bulgaria in May.
What is the air pressure in Bulgaria in May?
On average the air pressure in Bulgaria in May is 1017.2 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1010.4 mb to 1021.6 mb.
What is the visibility in Bulgaria in May?
The average daylight visibility in Bulgaria in May is 10.9 km (6.8 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 8.7 km (5.4 miles) to 12.6 km (7.8 miles) throughout May.
What is the dew point in Bulgaria in May?
The average dew point in Bulgaria during May is 8.7°C (47.7°F).
Where is the data for Bulgaria climate in May coming from?
The climate data for Bulgaria in May is collected from the following weather stations.
- DIMITROVGRAD, RI
- MOURGASH, BU
- SOFIA, BU
- MUSSALA TOP SOMMET, BU
- DW1521 Ihtiman BG
- LBSF