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Pula in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Pula in May and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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May

Weather in Pula in May 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Fresh water
Weather for Pula in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +68°F during the day, and approximately 14 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 10 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 63 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+41°F
Min.
+86°F
Max.
63 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
14 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Pula has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Pula in May

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

The expected average maximum temperature in May is +66°F with a maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +57°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 44% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +63°F to +70°F.

Is Pula warm or cold in May?

Pula is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +61°F to +68°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +52°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 Pula:

Water temperature in Pula in May

Water in Pula in May is Fresh. It varies from +57°F to +72°F, with an average of +65°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +68°F.

In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Pula are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +78°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +51°F.

Can you swim in Pula in May?

Water temperature (+65°F) in Pula in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Pula in May

Pula weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+61°F+68°F+75°F
Min. temperature
+30°F+41°F+48°F
Max. temperature
+79°F+86°F+93°F
Rainfall
65 mm63 mm47 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+57°F+65°F+73°F
Humidity
69%70%67%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1013 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
121415
Cloudy days
443
Rainy days
12107
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 +61°F to +68°F during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 65 mm to 63 mm. Humidity rises from 69% to 70%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 12 to 14.

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

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Pula is gradually increasing during May, going from 4 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Pula based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 100 mm, with a 32% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 23 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:
Pula wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 43% chance of precipitation and 138 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 16% chance of precipitation and 37 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Pula?

This is the weather in Pula in May 2023:
1 May
☁️
+63°F
2 May
🌧️
+60°F
3 May
☀️
+63°F
4 May
☀️
+65°F
5 May
☀️
+64°F
6 May
☀️
+66°F
7 May
☁️
+67°F
8 May
☁️
+65°F
9 May
☀️
+65°F
10 May
🌧️
+60°F
11 May
🌧️
+60°F
12 May
🌧️
+61°F
13 May
🌧️
+62°F
14 May
🌧️
+60°F
15 May
☁️
+64°F
16 May
🌧️
+62°F
17 May
☁️
+62°F
18 May
☀️
+64°F
19 May
☀️
+65°F
20 May
☁️
+67°F
21 May
☀️
+71°F
22 May
☀️
+72°F
23 May
☀️
+70°F
24 May
☀️
+69°F
25 May
☀️
+71°F
26 May
☀️
+74°F
27 May
☀️
+71°F
28 May
☀️
+73°F
29 May
☀️
+73°F
30 May
☀️
+72°F
31 May
☀️
+71°F
In May 2023 Pula had 18 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +66°F, with an absolute maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 64%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+60°F) and the highest in 2020 (+68°F). The driest year was 2003 with only 595 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 1442 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Pula in May:

Is May a good time to visit Pula?

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

Can you sunbathe in Pula in May?

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

Can you swim in Pula in May?

In general, you can swim in Pula in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +65°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Pula rainy in May?

Pula 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 Pula in May?

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

Other cities in Croatia

Check out the weather for other cities in Croatia.

Monthly weather in Pula

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Pula, 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.