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Cluj-Napoca in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Cluj-Napoca in May and see if it is worth visiting.
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May

Weather in Cluj-Napoca in May 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
Are you considering a trip to Cluj-Napoca in May? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +68°F and about 8 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 11 rainy days and 92 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+28°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
92 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cluj-Napoca has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Cluj-Napoca in May

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

Going from a maximum of +82°F during the day to a minimum of +39°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +72°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +73°F.

Is Cluj-Napoca warm or cold in May?

Cluj-Napoca is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +59°F to +68°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +39°F to +48°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 Cluj-Napoca:

Climate in Cluj-Napoca in May

Cluj-Napoca weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+59°F+68°F+73°F
Min. temperature
+21°F+28°F+37°F
Max. temperature
+84°F+88°F+95°F
Rainfall
65 mm92 mm103 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
68%71%73%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1013 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
888
Cloudy days
141210
Rainy days
81112
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 +59°F to +68°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 65 mm to 92 mm. Humidity rises from 68% to 71%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 8 sunny days during the month.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Cluj-Napoca in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Cluj-Napoca is gradually decreasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Cluj-Napoca based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 80 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
May is one of the rainiest months in Cluj-Napoca, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Cluj-Napoca wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 40% chance of precipitation and 103 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 9 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Cluj-Napoca?

This is the weather in Cluj-Napoca in May 2023:
1 May
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+68°F
2 May
☀️
+70°F
3 May
☀️
+68°F
4 May
☀️
+68°F
5 May
☀️
+70°F
6 May
☀️
+71°F
7 May
☀️
+73°F
8 May
☀️
+71°F
9 May
☀️
+75°F
10 May
🌫️
+70°F
11 May
☀️
+75°F
12 May
☀️
+82°F
13 May
☀️
+80°F
14 May
☀️
+73°F
15 May
☀️
+73°F
16 May
☀️
+77°F
17 May
🌧️
+70°F
18 May
☀️
+62°F
19 May
☀️
+69°F
20 May
☀️
+77°F
21 May
☀️
+80°F
22 May
☀️
+68°F
23 May
☀️
+68°F
24 May
☀️
+73°F
25 May
☀️
+79°F
26 May
☀️
+73°F
27 May
☀️
+77°F
28 May
☀️
+61°F
29 May
🌧️
+59°F
30 May
☁️
+68°F
31 May
☀️
+73°F
In May 2023 Cluj-Napoca had 27 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +72°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 66%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 24%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Cluj-Napoca climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Cluj-Napoca in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1991 (+62°F) and the highest in 2013 (+80°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 33 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 233 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Cluj-Napoca in May:

Is May a good time to visit Cluj-Napoca?

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

Can you sunbathe in Cluj-Napoca in May?

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

Is Cluj-Napoca rainy in May?

Cluj-Napoca is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Cluj-Napoca in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Cluj-Napoca in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Romania

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Monthly weather in Cluj-Napoca

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Cluj-Napoca, 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.