Monthly climate guide
Orenburg weather in May
Expect warm weather in Orenburg in May: afternoons reach about 22°C (71°F), while nights drop to around 8°C (47°F). Around 39 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 9°C warmer than April and 4°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 13°C, so pack a layer.
- Orenburg is usually about 3°C warmer than Ufa, 340 km away, in May.
- May brings late spring to Orenburg.
- Temperatures are climbing — June is around 4°C warmer.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
22°C
71°F
Avg low
8°C
47°F
Rainfall
39 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
64%
relative
Sky
52%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Orenburg weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -12°C / 11°F | -19°C / -2°F | 33 mm | 97% | 71% |
| February | -8°C / 17°F | -17°C / 2°F | 28 mm | 97% | 70% |
| March | -1°C / 29°F | -10°C / 15°F | 37 mm | 93% | 72% |
| April | 12°C / 54°F | 1°C / 33°F | 35 mm | 73% | 64% |
| May | 22°C / 71°F | 8°C / 47°F | 39 mm | 64% | 52% |
| June | 26°C / 78°F | 13°C / 56°F | 37 mm | 59% | 50% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 16°C / 61°F | 34 mm | 53% | 48% |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 15°C / 59°F | 28 mm | 52% | 51% |
| September | 20°C / 67°F | 9°C / 47°F | 37 mm | 60% | 59% |
| October | 10°C / 49°F | 1°C / 34°F | 38 mm | 72% | 70% |
| November | -1°C / 31°F | -7°C / 19°F | 37 mm | 86% | 71% |
| December | -9°C / 16°F | -15°C / 4°F | 34 mm | 95% | 75% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May a good time to visit Orenburg?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Orenburg →Other Russia cities in May
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Orenburg in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Orenburg?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Orenburg, with highs around 22°C and about 39 mm of rain.
How warm is Orenburg in May?
Average highs are about 22°C (71°F) and average lows about 8°C (47°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Orenburg in May?
Orenburg typically gets around 39 mm of rain in May — fairly dry. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Orenburg (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.