Bulgaria (Golden Sands) · May
Low seasonBulgaria · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 7° (45°)-3– (27–)18 (64) | 9° (48°)-2– (28–)19 (66) | 12° (54°)4– (39–)22 (72) | 17° (63°)9– (48–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)14– (57–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)32 (90) | 30° (86°)24– (75–)34 (93) | 30° (86°)24– (75–)35 (95) | 25° (77°)16– (61–)31 (88) | 19° (66°)10– (50–)27 (81) | 14° (57°)4– (39–)22 (72) | 9° (48°)-1– (30–)17 (63) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -1° (30°)-11– (12–)7 (45) | 1° (34°)-8– (18–)7 (45) | 3° (37°)-4– (25–)9 (48) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 12° (54°)5– (41–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)22 (72) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)20 (68) | 10° (50°)2– (36–)16 (61) | 6° (43°)-3– (27–)13 (55) | 1° (34°)-7– (19–)10 (50) |
☀️Sunshine | 3h UV 3 | 4h UV 4 | 5h UV 5 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 3h UV 3 | 3h UV 2 |
🌊Water Temp | 8° (46°) | 7° (45°) | 8° (46°) | 11° (52°) | 17° (63°) | 23° (73°) | 26° (79°) | 26° (79°) | 24° (75°) | 20° (68°) | 15° (59°) | 11° (52°) |
🌧Rain Days | 4d43mm (1.7") | 3d24mm (0.9") | 4d29mm (1.1") | 4d37mm (1.4") | 4d36mm (1.4") | 6d60mm (2.3") | 3d39mm (1.5") | 1d12mm (0.5") | 3d30mm (1.2") | 2d31mm (1.2") | 5d46mm (1.8") | 6d43mm (1.7") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May in Bulgaria (Golden Sands) at 22°C (72°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, August, and September.
Daytime highs average 22°C (72°F), cooling to 12°C (54°F) at night (daily average: 17°C (63°F)). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 36 mm (1.4 in) total. At 17°C (63°F), the water is still quite cool in May — a wetsuit may be useful.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
In spring the woods behind the beach wake up, the oaks and limes turn green and the first hotels open. The days are sunny, but the sea is still too cold for swimming. A good time for walks in the nature park and trips to Varna.
Packing list for Bulgaria (Golden Sands) in May
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Bulgaria (Golden Sands)?
- May is not an optimal month for Bulgaria (Golden Sands) (Score: 70/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Bulgaria (Golden Sands) in May?
- In May, Bulgaria (Golden Sands) sees daily highs of 22°C (72°F). Nights cool to 12°C (54°F), with a daily average of 17°C (63°F). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F).
- How much rain falls in Bulgaria (Golden Sands) in May?
- In May, Bulgaria (Golden Sands) receives an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Bulgaria (Golden Sands) get in May?
- Bulgaria (Golden Sands) averages 8 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Bulgaria (Golden Sands) in May?
- Water temperature in Bulgaria (Golden Sands) in May averages 17°C (63°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
