May weather forecastOdessa, Ukraine

May weather for Odessa, Ukraine: In Odessa, Ukraine, during May, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. In Odessa, in May, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation.

A beautiful waterfront in front of the Odesa Ballet and Opera National Theatre, in UkraineA beautiful waterfront in front of the Odesa Ballet and Opera National Theatre, in Ukraine

May

Weather in May

In May, the transformation of Odessa from a frost-bitten city to sun-drenched beach destination is complete. The days grow longer and sunnier, making outdoor activities enjoyable. The number of daylight hours even stretches to 15, giving plenty of time to explore the city's historic sites. Nature is in full swing, and temperatures frequently reach 19.5°C (67.1°F). It's also humid, with relative humidity of about 71%. The tantalizing promise of summer is in the air, thus May is wonderfully inviting.

Temperature

May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's 13°C (55.4°F) to a still refreshing 19.5°C (67.1°F). In the month of May, an average of 12.1°C (53.8°F) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Odessa is 71%.

Rainfall

In Odessa, Ukraine, during May, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Odessa, there are 122 rainfall days, and 453mm (17.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Odessa is 16°C (60.8°F).
Note: Swimming becomes less enjoyable for most at a surface water temperature of 16°C (60.8°F). As the temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F), breathing becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Odessa is 15h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 20:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 20:41 EEST.

Sunshine

In Odessa, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Odessa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 19.5°C (67.1°F) and a low-temperature of 12.1°C (53.8°F).

In Odessa, Ukraine, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

In Odessa, in May, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation.

In Odessa, snow does not fall in May through September.

In May, in Odessa, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

In May, the average sea temperature in Odessa is 16°C (60.8°F). For most, swimming in 16°C (60.8°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 Odessa, Ukraine, the average day length in May is 15h and 1min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 20:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 20:41 EEST.

In Odessa, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average sea temperature
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Odessa, Ukraine

  • Average high temperature in May: 19.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (18.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.8°C).

Average humidity in May
Odessa, Ukraine

  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in May
Odessa, Ukraine

  • Average rainfall in May: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Odessa, Ukraine

  • Average rainfall days in May: 12 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and November (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Odessa, Ukraine

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Odessa, Ukraine

  • Average sea temperature in May: 16°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (3.3°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Odessa, Ukraine

  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average UV index in May
Odessa, Ukraine

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).