Monthly climate guide
Bansko weather in May
May in Bansko is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 16°C (61°F) and night-time lows near 6°C (42°F). The month usually brings about 75 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than April and 4°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- In Bansko, May is late spring.
- Temperatures are climbing — June is around 4°C warmer.
- Bansko is usually about 3°C cooler than Sofia, 100 km away, in May.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 11°C.
Avg high
16°C
61°F
Avg low
6°C
42°F
Rainfall
75 mm
some rain
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
65%
cloud · often cloudy
Bansko weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 33°F | -8°C / 17°F | 60 mm | 90% | 65% |
| February | 3°C / 38°F | -6°C / 22°F | 55 mm | 88% | 68% |
| March | 7°C / 44°F | -3°C / 27°F | 68 mm | 84% | 65% |
| April | 12°C / 53°F | 1°C / 33°F | 61 mm | 77% | 61% |
| May | 16°C / 61°F | 6°C / 42°F | 75 mm | 77% | 65% |
| June | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 49°F | 86 mm | 74% | 52% |
| July | 24°C / 74°F | 12°C / 53°F | 57 mm | 65% | 37% |
| August | 24°C / 76°F | 12°C / 53°F | 37 mm | 61% | 34% |
| September | 21°C / 69°F | 8°C / 47°F | 49 mm | 65% | 44% |
| October | 15°C / 59°F | 4°C / 38°F | 47 mm | 73% | 49% |
| November | 9°C / 49°F | 0°C / 31°F | 45 mm | 82% | 61% |
| December | 3°C / 37°F | -5°C / 23°F | 53 mm | 85% | 60% |
What to pack for May
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is May a good time to visit Bansko?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Bansko →Other Bulgaria cities in May
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Bansko in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Bansko?
May is a reasonable time for Bansko: highs around 16°C and about 75 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Bansko in May?
Average highs are about 16°C (61°F) and average lows about 6°C (42°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Bansko in May?
Bansko typically gets around 75 mm of rain in May — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Bansko (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.