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Baku in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Baku in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Baku, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Baku in May 2024

Good Weather
Mild
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Cloudy
Planning a trip to Baku in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +66°F and approximately 13 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 2 rainy days and 15 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

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+66°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
15 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
16 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Baku has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Baku in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Baku for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in May is +64°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +77°F during the day and a minimum of +52°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 71% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +59°F to +77°F.

Is Baku warm or cold in May?

Baku is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +55°F to +66°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +50°F to +59°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Baku:

Climate in Baku in May

Baku weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+55°F+66°F+77°F
Min. temperature
+37°F+46°F+50°F
Max. temperature
+90°F+95°F+102°F
Rainfall
22 mm15 mm6 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Humidity
78%73%66%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1012 HPa1009 HPa
Sunny days
91319
Cloudy days
181610
Rainy days
321
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +55°F to +66°F during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 22 mm to 15 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 78% to 73%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 4 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 9 to 13.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in June as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Baku in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 14 m/s which is quite strong. The wind will cause branches to move and ground debris to fly around.

The average wind speed in Baku is gradually decreasing during May, going from 7 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Baku based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 26 mm, with a 32% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 7 mm, which is considered light rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Baku wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 13% chance of precipitation and 29 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 5 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Baku?

This is the weather in Baku in May 2023:
1 May
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+58°F
2 May
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+60°F
3 May
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+57°F
4 May
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+64°F
5 May
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+68°F
6 May
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+62°F
7 May
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+55°F
8 May
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+56°F
9 May
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+61°F
10 May
☀️
+61°F
11 May
☁️
+63°F
12 May
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+58°F
13 May
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+66°F
14 May
☀️
+66°F
15 May
☀️
+73°F
16 May
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+67°F
17 May
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+70°F
18 May
☀️
+68°F
19 May
☀️
+67°F
20 May
☀️
+60°F
21 May
☀️
+67°F
22 May
☀️
+64°F
23 May
☀️
+70°F
24 May
☀️
+64°F
25 May
☀️
+63°F
26 May
☀️
+68°F
27 May
☀️
+66°F
28 May
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+69°F
29 May
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+75°F
30 May
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+77°F
31 May
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+77°F
In May 2023 Baku had 27 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +64°F, with an absolute maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +55°F. The average humidity was 67%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 19%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 18 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Baku climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Baku in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+65°F) and the highest in 2014 (+81°F). The driest year was 2006 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1991 with 41 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Baku in May:

Is May a good time to visit Baku?

May is a really good time to go to Baku. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Baku.

Can you sunbathe in Baku in May?

May has mild temperatures in Baku. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Baku rainy in May?

Baku is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Baku in May?

The amount of sunny days in Baku during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Monthly weather in Baku

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Baku, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.