May weather forecast
Bulgaria

May in Bulgaria marks the beautiful culmination of spring and offers a tantalizing preview of the approaching summer. The entire country basks in a warm, radiant atmosphere, complemented by the brilliance of nature in full bloom.

In the north, regions that were once subdued by the icy embrace of winter now relish consistent warmth. Cities with a higher elevation, including Sofia, register temperatures that make daytime outings pleasant and nights comfortably cool, rather than chilly. These warmer conditions, however, also bring with them the possibility of occasional thunderstorms, a typical hallmark of late spring.

Any lingering remnants of snow in the mountainous regions, especially in the Balkan and Rhodope Mountains, have by now almost entirely melted away. These regions, especially the valleys and lower altitudes, mirror the temperate conditions of the plains, while higher elevations remain cooler but inviting.

The Black Sea coast, with every passing day in May, " closer to its peak tourist season. The sea starts warming up, and while it might still be a tad brisk for some, early-bird swimmers begin to venture into the waters. The coastal areas, blessed with ample sunshine and moderate temperatures, become a magnet for both locals and visitors.

Northern Bulgaria typically registers its peak rainfall during May, making it the wettest month for this part of the country. These showers, though sporadic, can be quite refreshing and serve to enhance the verdant landscapes further.

When compared to April, May stands out with its heightened warmth, more stable weather patterns, and a tangible sense of summer's impending arrival. By the end of the month, Bulgaria is poised to transition into the hot, sun-drenched days of June.

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• Sofia - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Sofia, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 20:57 EEST. In Sofia during the entire year, the rain falls for 125 days and collects up to 582mm (22.91") of precipitation.
• Plovdiv - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Plovdiv is May, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 77mm (3.03") of precipitation. In Plovdiv, Bulgaria, in May, during 6.5 rainfall days, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Varna - May »
  In Varna, Bulgaria, in May, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Varna, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 20:40 EEST.
• Burgas - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Burgas, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 20:40 EEST. A significant change is evident in Burgas's climatological patterns as the average sea temperature rises to a pleasant 15.9°C (60.6°F).
• Ruse - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Ruse sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 20:50 EEST. On the first day of May in Ruse, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 20:19.
• Stara Zagora - May »
  On the last day of May, in Stara Zagora, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 20:47 EEST. What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Stara Zagora?
• Pleven - May »
  In Pleven, Bulgaria, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Pleven, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 20:54 EEST.
• Sliven - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Sliven sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 20:45 EEST. May is the month with the most rainfall in Sliven, Bulgaria, with 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation.
• Dobrich - May »
  Dobrich, Bulgaria, in May experiences a slight uptick in the average high-temperature, adjusting from April's refreshing 18.3°C (64.9°F) to a warm 23.2°C (73.8°F). When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Dobrich?
• Shumen - May »
  On the first day of May in Shumen, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 20:13. Shumen's transition into May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a comfortable 17.8°C (64°F) in April to a warm 23.2°C (73.8°F).
• Pernik - May »
  On the first day of May in Pernik sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 20:28. On the last day of May, in Pernik, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 20:58 EEST.
• Yambol - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Yambol, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 20:44 EEST. On the first day of May in Yambol, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 20:13.