Monthly climate guide
Samara weather in May
With highs near 21°C (69°F) and lows around 9°C (48°F), May feels mild in Samara. Rainfall averages about 41 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 10°C warmer than April and 3°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Just 170 km apart, but Samara runs about 2°C warmer than Ulyanovsk this month.
- In Samara, May is late spring.
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 12°C, so pack a layer.
Avg high
21°C
69°F
Avg low
9°C
48°F
Rainfall
41 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
71%
relative
Sky
56%
cloud · often cloudy
Samara weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -10°C / 13°F | -17°C / 1°F | 45 mm | 96% | 73% |
| February | -8°C / 18°F | -15°C / 4°F | 31 mm | 96% | 72% |
| March | -1°C / 30°F | -9°C / 15°F | 46 mm | 93% | 72% |
| April | 11°C / 52°F | 1°C / 33°F | 45 mm | 78% | 66% |
| May | 21°C / 69°F | 9°C / 48°F | 41 mm | 71% | 56% |
| June | 24°C / 75°F | 13°C / 56°F | 52 mm | 68% | 56% |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 16°C / 61°F | 42 mm | 60% | 53% |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 15°C / 59°F | 39 mm | 59% | 56% |
| September | 19°C / 67°F | 9°C / 48°F | 50 mm | 66% | 68% |
| October | 10°C / 49°F | 2°C / 35°F | 51 mm | 77% | 77% |
| November | 0°C / 32°F | -6°C / 22°F | 40 mm | 88% | 75% |
| December | -7°C / 19°F | -13°C / 8°F | 44 mm | 95% | 76% |
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 Samara?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Samara →Other Russia cities in May
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Samara in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Samara?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Samara, with highs around 21°C and about 41 mm of rain.
How warm is Samara in May?
Average highs are about 21°C (69°F) and average lows about 9°C (48°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Samara in May?
Samara typically gets around 41 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Samara (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.