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Varna in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Varna in May 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
Planning a trip to Varna in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +68°F and approximately 11 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 6 rainy days and 50 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
+39°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
50 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
6 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Varna has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Varna in May

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

The temperature in May is +72°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +84°F during the day and a minimum of +39°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 48% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +63°F to +84°F.

Is Varna warm or cold in May?

Varna is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +57°F to +68°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +45°F to +54°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 Varna:

Climate in Varna in May

Varna weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+57°F+68°F+75°F
Min. temperature
+30°F+39°F+48°F
Max. temperature
+86°F+88°F+91°F
Rainfall
48 mm50 mm60 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
74%75%74%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
101113
Cloudy days
141410
Rainy days
667
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 +57°F to +68°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 48 mm to 50 mm. Humidity rises from 74% to 75%. 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 10 to 11.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Varna 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 Varna is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Varna based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 40 mm, with a 35% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 mm, which is considered light 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 Varna, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Varna wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 23% chance of precipitation and 60 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 29 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Varna?

This is the weather in Varna in May 2023:
1 May
☀️
+63°F
2 May
☀️
+65°F
3 May
🌧️
+57°F
4 May
☀️
+64°F
5 May
☀️
+66°F
6 May
☀️
+66°F
7 May
☀️
+63°F
8 May
☀️
+61°F
9 May
☀️
+64°F
10 May
☀️
+66°F
11 May
☀️
+71°F
12 May
☀️
+81°F
13 May
☀️
+81°F
14 May
🌧️
+81°F
15 May
🌧️
+69°F
16 May
☀️
+76°F
17 May
☀️
+79°F
18 May
🌧️
+65°F
19 May
☀️
+68°F
20 May
☀️
+75°F
21 May
☀️
+74°F
22 May
☁️
+76°F
23 May
🌧️
+69°F
24 May
☀️
+68°F
25 May
☀️
+70°F
26 May
☁️
+84°F
27 May
☀️
+76°F
28 May
☀️
+75°F
29 May
☀️
+76°F
30 May
☀️
+80°F
31 May
☀️
+84°F
In May 2023 Varna had 24 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +72°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 25%. The average wind speed was 2 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 Varna climate has changed over the last 43 years.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+66°F) and the highest in 2013 (+81°F). The driest year was 1986 with only 19 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2012 with 128 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Varna in May:

Is May a good time to visit Varna?

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

Can you sunbathe in Varna in May?

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

Is Varna rainy in May?

Varna 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 Varna in May?

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

Other cities in Bulgaria

Check out the weather for other cities in Bulgaria.

Monthly weather in Varna

Source of the data

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