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Skopje in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Skopje in May 2024

Good Weather
Warm
☁️
Cloudy
Planning a trip to Skopje in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +75°F and approximately 10 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 10 rainy days and 91 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+75°F
Avg. max. temperature
+36°F
Min.
+99°F
Max.
91 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
0 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Skopje has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Skopje in May

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

Going from a maximum of +93°F during the day to a minimum of +43°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +81°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 36% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +86°F.

Is Skopje warm or cold in May?

Skopje is typically warm in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +66°F to +75°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +46°F to +54°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 Skopje:

Climate in Skopje in May

Skopje weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+66°F+75°F+84°F
Min. temperature
+10°F+36°F+39°F
Max. temperature
+91°F+99°F+104°F
Rainfall
79 mm91 mm67 mm
Wind
1 m/s0 m/s0 m/s
Humidity
64%65%61%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1013 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
91014
Cloudy days
13119
Rainy days
8107
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 +66°F to +75°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 79 mm to 91 mm. Humidity rises from 64% to 65%. Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 1 m/s to 0 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 9 to 10.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Skopje is gradually increasing during May, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Skopje based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 52% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 112 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 53 mm, which is considered heavy rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
May is one of the rainiest months in Skopje, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Skopje wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 91 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 38 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Skopje?

This is the weather in Skopje in May 2023:
1 May
🌧️
+68°F
2 May
🌧️
+62°F
3 May
🌧️
+62°F
4 May
☀️
+73°F
5 May
☀️
+77°F
6 May
☀️
+73°F
7 May
☀️
+75°F
8 May
☀️
+74°F
9 May
☀️
+79°F
10 May
☀️
+79°F
11 May
☀️
+79°F
12 May
☀️
+85°F
13 May
☀️
+87°F
14 May
☀️
+81°F
15 May
☀️
+85°F
16 May
☀️
+86°F
17 May
☀️
+89°F
18 May
☀️
+72°F
19 May
☀️
+76°F
20 May
☀️
+84°F
21 May
☀️
+90°F
22 May
☀️
+81°F
23 May
☀️
+79°F
24 May
☀️
+93°F
25 May
☀️
+94°F
26 May
☀️
+93°F
27 May
☀️
+91°F
28 May
☀️
+87°F
29 May
🌧️
+75°F
30 May
☀️
+85°F
31 May
☀️
+86°F
In May 2023 Skopje had 27 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +63°F. The average humidity was 63%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 14%. The average wind speed was 1 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 Skopje climate has changed over the last 43 years.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1991 (+75°F) and the highest in 2003 (+91°F). The driest year was 1988 with only 34 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1980 with 195 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Skopje in May:

Is May a good time to visit Skopje?

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

Can you sunbathe in Skopje in May?

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

Is Skopje rainy in May?

Skopje 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 Skopje in May?

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

Other cities in Macedonia

Check out the weather for other cities in Macedonia.

Monthly weather in Skopje

Source of the data

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