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Podgorica in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Podgorica in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Podgorica, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Podgorica in May 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Podgorica in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +24°C and approximately 11 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 10 rainy days and 98 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+24°C
Avg. max. temperature
+7°C
Min.
+33°C
Max.
98 mm
Total precipitation
63%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Podgorica has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Podgorica in May

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

Going from a maximum of +27°C during the day to a minimum of +13°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +22°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +22°C to +24°C.

Is Podgorica warm or cold in May?

Podgorica is typically warm in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +19°C to +24°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +10°C to +15°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

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

Climate in Podgorica in May

Podgorica weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+19°C+24°C+28°C
Min. temperature
0°C+7°C+9°C
Max. temperature
+32°C+33°C+39°C
Rainfall
152 mm98 mm55 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
64%63%58%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
101115
Cloudy days
553
Rainy days
13106
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 +19°C to +24°C during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 152 mm to 98 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 64% to 63%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 10 to 11.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Podgorica is gradually decreasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Podgorica based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 61% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 171 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 41 mm, which is moderate rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Podgorica wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 37% chance of precipitation and 276 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 28 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Podgorica?

This is the weather in Podgorica in May 2023:
1 May
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+22°C
2 May
🌧️
+19°C
3 May
☁️
+20°C
4 May
☀️
+21°C
5 May
☀️
+23°C
6 May
☀️
+25°C
7 May
☀️
+24°C
8 May
☀️
+23°C
9 May
☁️
+21°C
10 May
☁️
+22°C
11 May
🌧️
+17°C
12 May
🌧️
+19°C
13 May
🌧️
+19°C
14 May
🌧️
+18°C
15 May
🌧️
+20°C
16 May
🌧️
+19°C
17 May
☀️
+20°C
18 May
☁️
+21°C
19 May
☀️
+24°C
20 May
☀️
+25°C
21 May
☀️
+23°C
22 May
☁️
+24°C
23 May
☀️
+26°C
24 May
☀️
+24°C
25 May
☁️
+26°C
26 May
☀️
+25°C
27 May
☀️
+26°C
28 May
☀️
+27°C
29 May
☀️
+27°C
30 May
☀️
+24°C
31 May
☀️
+24°C
In May 2023 Podgorica had 18 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +22°C, with an absolute maximum of +27°C and a minimum of +17°C. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 40%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+18°C) and the highest in 2015 (+22°C). The driest year was 2011 with only 941 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 2842 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Podgorica in May:

Is May a good time to visit Podgorica?

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

Can you sunbathe in Podgorica in May?

May is warm in Podgorica. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Podgorica rainy in May?

Podgorica 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 Podgorica in May?

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

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Monthly weather in Podgorica

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Podgorica, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

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.