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Bratislava in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Bratislava in May and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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May

Weather in Bratislava in May 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Bratislava in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +21°C and approximately 12 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 7 rainy days and 66 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+21°C
Avg. max. temperature
+1°C
Min.
+34°C
Max.
66 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Bratislava has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Bratislava in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Bratislava for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in May is +23°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +29°C during the day and a minimum of +8°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 24% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +19°C to +24°C.

Is Bratislava warm or cold in May?

Bratislava is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +16°C to +21°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +6°C to +10°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Bratislava:

Climate in Bratislava in May

Bratislava weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+16°C+21°C+24°C
Min. temperature
-3°C+1°C+5°C
Max. temperature
+29°C+34°C+36°C
Rainfall
40 mm66 mm68 mm
Wind
3 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
63%65%64%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1012 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
121213
Cloudy days
131210
Rainy days
577
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +16°C to +21°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 40 mm to 66 mm. Humidity rises from 63% to 65%. Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 12 sunny days during the month.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Bratislava in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Bratislava is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Bratislava based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 45% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 81 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 29 mm, which is moderate rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
May is one of the rainiest months in Bratislava, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Bratislava wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 23% chance of precipitation and 68 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 13 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Bratislava?

This is the weather in Bratislava in May 2023:
1 May
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+19°C
2 May
☀️
+22°C
3 May
☀️
+23°C
4 May
☀️
+23°C
5 May
☀️
+23°C
6 May
☀️
+20°C
7 May
🌧️
+20°C
8 May
☀️
+22°C
9 May
☀️
+24°C
10 May
☀️
+24°C
11 May
☀️
+28°C
12 May
☀️
+29°C
13 May
☀️
+25°C
14 May
☀️
+23°C
15 May
☀️
+26°C
16 May
☀️
+26°C
17 May
🌧️
+19°C
18 May
☀️
+21°C
19 May
☀️
+25°C
20 May
☀️
+29°C
21 May
☀️
+26°C
22 May
☀️
+23°C
23 May
☀️
+22°C
24 May
🌧️
+22°C
25 May
🌧️
+21°C
26 May
☀️
+25°C
27 May
☀️
+26°C
28 May
☀️
+19°C
29 May
☀️
+19°C
30 May
☀️
+20°C
31 May
☀️
+24°C
In May 2023 Bratislava had 27 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +23°C, with an absolute maximum of +29°C and a minimum of +19°C. The average humidity was 63%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 25%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Bratislava climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Bratislava in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1991 (+17°C) and the highest in 2018 (+25°C). The driest year was 2001 with only 18 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 155 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Bratislava in May:

Is May a good time to visit Bratislava?

May is a really good time to go to Bratislava. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Bratislava.

Can you sunbathe in Bratislava in May?

May has mild temperatures in Bratislava. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Bratislava rainy in May?

Bratislava is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Bratislava in May?

The amount of sunny days in Bratislava during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Monthly weather in Bratislava

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Bratislava, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.