May Weather in Plovdiv

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (65°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (89°F), while lows may dip to 6°C (44°F). Typically, the humidity level in Plovdiv throughout May hovers around 73%.

6°C (44°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (65°F)

Average temperature

31°C (89°F)

Maximum temperature

73%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Plovdiv averages 51 mm (2.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 36 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 12 hours 40 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 47% probability of sunny days during this period.

51 mm (2.0 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

12 hours 40 minutes

Sunshine hours

47%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Plovdiv reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 3 5 7 8 9 9 7 6 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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