Monthly climate guide
Kielce weather in May
May in Kielce is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 19°C (65°F) and night-time lows near 8°C (47°F). The month usually brings about 88 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
- It's wetter than a typical month in Kielce — roughly 60% more rain than average.
- Temperatures are climbing — June is around 4°C warmer.
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Kielce.
- Kielce is usually about 3°C warmer than Zakopane, 180 km away, in May.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
19°C
65°F
Avg low
8°C
47°F
Rainfall
88 mm
some rain
Humidity
74%
relative
Sky
65%
cloud · often cloudy
Kielce weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 32°F | -6°C / 22°F | 43 mm | 93% | 85% |
| February | 2°C / 36°F | -5°C / 23°F | 38 mm | 90% | 81% |
| March | 8°C / 46°F | -2°C / 29°F | 37 mm | 82% | 66% |
| April | 14°C / 58°F | 3°C / 38°F | 47 mm | 75% | 63% |
| May | 19°C / 65°F | 8°C / 47°F | 88 mm | 74% | 65% |
| June | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 55°F | 72 mm | 71% | 64% |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 14°C / 58°F | 87 mm | 67% | 65% |
| August | 26°C / 78°F | 14°C / 58°F | 60 mm | 64% | 56% |
| September | 21°C / 69°F | 10°C / 50°F | 57 mm | 71% | 62% |
| October | 14°C / 57°F | 5°C / 40°F | 57 mm | 82% | 68% |
| November | 7°C / 45°F | 1°C / 34°F | 35 mm | 91% | 77% |
| December | 2°C / 36°F | -2°C / 28°F | 41 mm | 93% | 80% |
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 Kielce?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Kielce →Other Poland cities in May
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Kielce in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Kielce?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Kielce, with highs around 19°C and about 88 mm of rain.
How warm is Kielce in May?
Average highs are about 19°C (65°F) and average lows about 8°C (47°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Kielce in May?
Kielce typically gets around 88 mm of rain in May — some rain. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Kielce (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.