2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Plovdiv in May

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

May is an excellent time to visit Plovdiv. Plovdiv has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 23°C, lows of 13°C, and approximately 11 rainy days per month.

Avg High

23°C

Avg Low

13°C

Rainy days

11days

Daylight

14.6h

Is May a good time to visit Plovdiv?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:01 AM

Sunset

8:35 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 9°C 0°C 2 Good
February 12°C 2°C 8 Good
March 14°C 5°C 12 Good
April 17°C 7°C 11 Excellent (best)
May 23°C 13°C 11 Excellent (best)
June 27°C 17°C 12 Good
July 31°C 20°C 4 Good
August 32°C 21°C 1 Good
September 29°C 18°C 1 Excellent (best)
October 22°C 12°C 6 Excellent (best)
November 13°C 5°C 3 Good
December 9°C 4°C 10 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit Plovdiv? +

May is typically Excellent for visiting Plovdiv, with average highs of 23°C and around 11 rainy days.

What should I pack for Plovdiv in May? +

With highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Plovdiv in May? +

Plovdiv typically sees around 11 rainy days in May.

How many hours of daylight are there in Plovdiv in May? +

In May, Plovdiv gets approximately 14.6 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Plovdiv? +

Yes, May is peak season in Plovdiv. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Plovdiv? +

The best months to visit Plovdiv are April, May, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Sofia)

Last Updated: January 2026

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23° / 13°
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