May weather forecast
Baku, Azerbaijan

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The Baku city center in Azerbaijan with beautiful skyscrapers in the distance
The Baku city center in Azerbaijan with beautiful skyscrapers in the distance

Weather in May

The arrival of May in Baku signifies the full onset of spring. There is no longer any snowfall, expressing a marked transition in weather conditions. The city experiences a surge in temperatures, becoming warmer during the day with longer daylight hours and more intense UV index levels. Nature comes alive with blossoming trees and colorful flowers indicating the onset of an outdoor season. This period makes waterfront walks, boat rides, or a stroll in one of Baku's beautiful parks particularly enjoyable.

Temperature

The start of May in Baku brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 15°C (59°F) in April to an agreeable 21.8°C (71.2°F). In the month of May, Baku's average low-temperature falls to a refreshing 16.4°C (61.5°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In Baku, in May, during 6.5 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80.8 rainfall days, and 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Baku, snow does not fall in April through October.

Sea temperature

In Baku, the average seawater temperature in May is 15°C (59°F).
Note: The majority of individuals find it unpleasurable to swim in 15°C (59°F). It becomes progressively harder to manage one's breathing as the water temperature falls below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Baku is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 19:36. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 20:03 +04.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Baku, Azerbaijan, is 11.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Baku in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Baku are 21.8°C (71.2°F) and 16.4°C (61.5°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Baku?

The average relative humidity in May is 61%.

How many days does it rain in May in Baku?

In Baku, in May, during 6.5 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Baku?

April through October are months without snowfall in Baku, Azerbaijan.

What is the sea temperature in May in Baku?

In Baku, Azerbaijan, in May, the average water temperature is 15°C (59°F). Swimming in 15°C (59°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in May in Baku?

In May, the average day length in Baku is 14h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Baku?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 19:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 20:03 +04.

How long on average sun shines in May in Baku?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Baku?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Baku is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average temperature in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average high temperature in May: 21.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 16.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average pressure in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average pressure in May: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average wind speed in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average wind speed in May: 17.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (23.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (17.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average humidity in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average humidity in May: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (54%).

Average rainfall in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average rainfall in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average rainfall in May: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (24mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (4mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average rainfall days in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (11.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average snowfall in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average snowfall days in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average sea temperature in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average sea temperature in May: 15°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (8°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average sunshine days in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (15.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average UV index in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average cloud cover in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average cloud cover in May: 17

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Baku, Azerbaijan

Average visibility in May - Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

Baku, Azerbaijan

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