May weather forecastPula, Croatia

The Pula Arena, Croatia, with a view of the vast sea and islands

May

Weather in May

May is a delightful month in Pula, marking the arrival of summer with notably warmer temperatures and extended sunshine hours. Pula's beautiful beaches begin to fill with locals and tourists alike eager to take advantage of the lovely weather. This month is perfect for wind and water sports, with ideal conditions for windsurfing, scuba diving, and sailing. It also signals the beginning of the events and festival season, highlighting the city's vibrant cultural life. As May progresses, the transformation from spring to summer is complete, beckoning a season of warm laughter and joy.

Temperature

The start of May in Pula brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's refreshing 16°C (60.8°F) to an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F). An average temperature of 12°C (53.6°F) is recorded during the nights in May.

Rainfall

In Pula, in May, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145 rainfall days, and 871mm (34.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Pula, in May, the average water temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F).
Note: For the majority, swimming in 18.2°C (64.8°F) does not offer a pleasant experience. Below 21°C (69.8°F), the difficulty in controlling breathing escalates.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Pula is 14h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 20:10. On the last day of May, in Pula, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 20:42 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Pula is 8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Pula, Croatia, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

In May, in Pula, the average high-temperature is 21°C (69.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 12°C (53.6°F).

In Pula, in May, during 13 rainfall days, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Pula, Croatia, in May, the average water temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F). For most, swimming in 18.2°C (64.8°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

In May, the average day length in Pula, Croatia, is 14h and 51min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 20:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 20:42 CEST.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Pula, Croatia, is 8h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Average temperature in May
Pula, Croatia

Average high temperature in May: 21°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (28°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and December (10°C).

Average low temperature in May: 12°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (18°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2°C).

Average rainfall in May
Pula, Croatia

Average rainfall in May: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (112mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (48mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Pula, Croatia

Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April, May, June, November and December (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (10 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Pula, Croatia

Average sea temperature in May: 18.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (10.4°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pula, Croatia

Average daylight in May: 14h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

Average sunshine in May: 8h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h).