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Sochi in May
The weather in May
In May, Sochi averages daytime highs of 22° and night-time lows of 14° — mild weather by day. Expect around 130 mm of precipitation spread over about 13 wet days, with average cloud cover near 33%.
Days are 4.1° warmer than in April on average, and June is warmer again by about 4.3°. The sea averages 17°, too cold for most swimmers.
May scores 68/100 — good conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 3rd of the twelve months for Sochi.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 04:57 and sets at 19:39 local time, giving 14 h 42 min of daylight. Days lengthen by 63 minutes over the month.
Why 68/100?
How the score for May is builtBeach score this month: 26/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Around Sochi this month
Russia's best in May
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Sochi in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Sochi?
May scores 68/100 for Sochi, which we rate as good. Average highs are 22°C with 13 wet days.
How warm is Sochi in May?
Daytime highs average 22°C and night-time lows 14°C in May.
Does it rain a lot in Sochi in May?
Sochi receives about 130 mm of precipitation in May, falling on around 13 days.
Can you swim in Sochi in May?
The sea averages 17°C in May, cold for most swimmers.