Weather for Rijeka in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +72°F during the day, and approximately 8 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 15 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 145 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
145 mm
Total precipitation
66%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Rijeka has good weather in May.
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Average temperature in Rijeka in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Rijeka for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in May is +70°F with a maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +52°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 +72°F.
Is Rijeka warm or cold in May?
Rijeka is typically mild in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +63°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +50°F to +57°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 Rijeka:
Water temperature in Rijeka in May
Water in Rijeka in May is Fresh. It varies from +56°F to +69°F, with an average of +63°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +72°F.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Rijeka are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +75°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +51°F.
Can you swim in Rijeka in May?
Water temperature (+63°F) in Rijeka in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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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 Rijeka in May
Rijeka weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+63°F
+72°F
+79°F
Min. temperature
+30°F
+43°F
+46°F
Max. temperature
+82°F
+93°F
+97°F
Rainfall
146 mm
145 mm
130 mm
Wind
2 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+56°F
+63°F
+71°F
Humidity
65%
66%
64%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1013 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
8
8
9
Cloudy days
5
5
4
Rainy days
16
15
13
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as good as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +63°F to +72°F during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 146 mm to 145 mm.Humidity rises from 65% to 66%.Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 2 m/s to 1 m/s on average.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 speed in Rijeka in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 12 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Rijeka is gradually increasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Rijeka based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 121 mm, with a 48% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 15 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:
Rijeka wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 47% chance of precipitation and 280 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 98 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Rijeka?
This is the weather in Rijeka in May 2023:
1 May
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+68°F
2 May
🌧️
+62°F
3 May
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+63°F
4 May
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+70°F
5 May
☀️
+73°F
6 May
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+75°F
7 May
☀️
+73°F
8 May
☀️
+68°F
9 May
☀️
+67°F
10 May
🌧️
+60°F
11 May
🌧️
+59°F
12 May
🌧️
+63°F
13 May
🌧️
+64°F
14 May
🌧️
+60°F
15 May
🌧️
+69°F
16 May
🌧️
+61°F
17 May
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+62°F
18 May
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+65°F
19 May
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+65°F
20 May
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+72°F
21 May
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+78°F
22 May
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+79°F
23 May
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+78°F
24 May
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+75°F
25 May
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+78°F
26 May
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+80°F
27 May
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+76°F
28 May
☀️
+78°F
29 May
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+79°F
30 May
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+76°F
31 May
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+72°F
In May 2023 Rijeka had 21 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +70°F, with an absolute maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 50%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 19 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Rijeka climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Rijeka in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+61°F) and the highest in 2011 (+68°F). The driest year was 2003 with only 1149 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 4603 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Rijeka in May:
Is May a good time to visit Rijeka?
May is a really good time to go to Rijeka. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Rijeka.
Can you sunbathe in Rijeka in May?
May has mild temperatures in Rijeka. 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 Rijeka in May?
In general, you can swim in Rijeka in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +63°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Rijeka rainy in May?
Rijeka 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 Rijeka in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Rijeka in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Croatia
Check out the weather for other cities in Croatia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Rijeka, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
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.
