May weather forecast
Belarus

May signifies the end of spring and the onset of summer in Belarus, marked by a significant rise in temperature. The average temperatures during this month range from 12°C (53.6°F) to 17°C (62.6°F), making it considerably warmer than April. The increase in temperatures is more pronounced in the southern regions, while the northern parts may still experience slightly cooler conditions.

Precipitation in May is higher than in the previous months, often occurring as moderate to heavy rainfall. This rainfall, combined with the warmer temperatures, contributes to the growth and lushness of the Belarusian landscapes. The cities of Minsk, Brest, and Gomel transform into vibrant, green spaces as trees leaf out and flowers bloom.

May brings a steady increase in daylight hours, which means more time for outdoor activities and exploration. This is the time when the country's numerous parks, gardens, and natural reserves showcase their full beauty. In the countryside, it is common to see fields carpeted with colourful wildflowers, adding to the charm of the rural landscape.

Despite the generally stable and warm conditions, May can also have occasional periods of unpredictable weather, with a possibility of sudden showers or even thunderstorms. Nevertheless, the overall warming trend and the flourishing natural environment make May one of the most appealing months to visit Belarus.

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• Minsk - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Minsk, sunrise is at 04:45 and sunset at 21:29 +03. Throughout the year, there are 131.5 rainfall days, and 343mm (13.5") of precipitation is accumulated.
• Gomel - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Gomel sunrise is at 04:39 and sunset at 21:07 +03. Throughout the year, in Gomel there are 132.1 rainfall days, and 398mm (15.67") of precipitation is accumulated.
• Mogilev - May »
  Throughout the year, in Mogilev there are 67.6 snowfall days, and 238mm (9.37") of snow is accumulated. In Mogilev in May, during 12.5 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Grodno - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Grodno, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 21:43 +03. On the last day of May, in Grodno sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 21:43 +03.
• Brest - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Brest is May, when the rain falls for 17.4 days and typically aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Brest, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 21:35 +03.
• Baranovichi - May »
  May is the least humid month in Baranovichi with an average relative humidity of 68%. May is the last month it regularly snows in Baranovichi, Belarus.
• Pinsk - May »
  In Pinsk during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation. In Pinsk during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.3 days and collects up to 292mm (11.5") of precipitation.
• Orsha - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Orsha sunrise is at 04:30 and sunset at 21:21 +03. The arrival of May in Orsha, Belarus, brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a cool 11°C (51.8°F) in April to an enjoyable 18.3°C (64.9°F).
• Mazyr - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Mazyr, Belarus, sunrise is at 04:49 and sunset at 21:12 +03. The ample sunshine, longer days, and receding rainfalls make it a particularly pleasant month compared to the soggy April Mazyr often experiences.
• Lida - May »
  Throughout the year, in Lida, there are 77.8 snowfall days, and 607mm (23.9") of snow is accumulated. In Lida, in May, during 20.3 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Maladzyechna - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Maladzyechna, Belarus, sunrise is at 04:45 and sunset at 21:35 +03. In Maladzyechna, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.
• Slutsk - May »
  In Slutsk during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.9 days and collects up to 428mm (16.85") of precipitation. In Slutsk, Belarus, in May, during 15.5 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated.