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Shiraz in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Shiraz in May 2024

Good Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Shiraz in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +84°F and approximately 22 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 1 rainy days and 7 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+100°F
Max.
7 mm
Total precipitation
28%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
22 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Shiraz has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Shiraz in May

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

The expected average maximum temperature in May is +88°F with a maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +52°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +90°F.

Is Shiraz warm or cold in May?

Shiraz is typically warm in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +73°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +50°F to +59°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

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

Climate in Shiraz in May

Shiraz weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+73°F+84°F+95°F
Min. temperature
+25°F+43°F+55°F
Max. temperature
+88°F+100°F+106°F
Rainfall
28 mm7 mm0 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
44%28%19%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1012 HPa1007 HPa
Sunny days
162229
Cloudy days
1181
Rainy days
310
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 +73°F to +84°F during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 28 mm to 7 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 44% to 28%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 16 to 22.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Shiraz 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 Shiraz 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 Shiraz based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 4 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain. Shiraz is amazing in May with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Shiraz wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 16% chance of precipitation and 78 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Shiraz?

This is the weather in Shiraz in May 2023:
1 May
☀️
+81°F
2 May
🌫️
+78°F
3 May
🌫️
+83°F
4 May
🌫️
+85°F
5 May
🌫️
+85°F
6 May
☁️
+79°F
7 May
☁️
+73°F
8 May
🌫️
+80°F
9 May
☀️
+81°F
10 May
☀️
+84°F
11 May
☀️
+85°F
12 May
☀️
+90°F
13 May
☀️
+87°F
14 May
☀️
+80°F
15 May
☀️
+85°F
16 May
☀️
+92°F
17 May
☀️
+93°F
18 May
☀️
+92°F
19 May
☀️
+93°F
20 May
☀️
+96°F
21 May
☀️
+95°F
22 May
☀️
+95°F
23 May
☀️
+94°F
24 May
🌫️
+92°F
25 May
☀️
+91°F
26 May
☀️
+89°F
27 May
☀️
+91°F
28 May
☀️
+91°F
29 May
☀️
+90°F
30 May
☀️
+89°F
31 May
☀️
+90°F
In May 2023 Shiraz had 23 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +73°F. The average humidity was 15%, with a maximum of 76% and a minimum of 1%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+81°F) and the highest in 2000 (+92°F). The driest year was 1990 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1999 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Shiraz in May:

Is May a good time to visit Shiraz?

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

Can you sunbathe in Shiraz in May?

May is warm in Shiraz. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Shiraz rainy in May?

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

Is it sunny in Shiraz in May?

Yes, Shiraz is sunny in May. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Other cities in Iran

Check out the weather for other cities in Iran.

Monthly weather in Shiraz

Source of the data

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