Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) · 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 | 8° (46°)-2– (28–)16 (61) | 10° (50°)0– (32–)19 (66) | 13° (55°)5– (41–)22 (72) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)25 (77) | 22° (72°)15– (59–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)33 (91) | 30° (86°)25– (77–)34 (93) | 30° (86°)25– (77–)35 (95) | 25° (77°)17– (63–)31 (88) | 20° (68°)12– (54–)27 (81) | 14° (57°)6– (43–)22 (72) | 10° (50°)0– (32–)18 (64) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 0° (32°)-8– (18–)7 (45) | 2° (36°)-7– (19–)8 (46) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)17 (63) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)21 (70) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)22 (72) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)23 (73) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 11° (52°)3– (37–)16 (61) | 7° (45°)-2– (28–)14 (57) | 2° (36°)-7– (19–)10 (50) |
☀️Sunshine | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 9h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 11h UV 8 | 11h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 8h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 4h UV 3 | 4h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 8° (46°) | 7° (45°) | 9° (48°) | 12° (54°) | 18° (64°) | 23° (73°) | 27° (81°) | 27° (81°) | 24° (75°) | 20° (68°) | 15° (59°) | 11° (52°) |
🌧Rain Days | 5d48mm (1.9") | 4d36mm (1.4") | 5d31mm (1.2") | 5d42mm (1.7") | 5d36mm (1.4") | 5d53mm (2.1") | 3d32mm (1.3") | 2d11mm (0.4") | 3d38mm (1.5") | 3d46mm (1.8") | 6d52mm (2.1") | 5d47mm (1.8") |
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 (Sunny Beach) 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 7°C (45°F). With 9 sunshine hours per day, May is one of the sunniest months — 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain over 5 days. The sea is 18°C (64°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Shoulder season: eight to nine hours of sun already, prices at their annual low, and kilometres of sand belonging to walkers. At 12 to 17°C (54 to 63°F), the water is still too cold for swimming.
Packing list for Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) 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 (Sunny Beach)?
- May is not an optimal month for Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) (Score: 69/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in May?
- In May, Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) 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 7°C (45°F).
- How much rain falls in Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in May?
- In May, Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) receives an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) get in May?
- Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in May?
- Water temperature in Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in May averages 18°C (64°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
