Monthly climate guide
Balıkesir weather in May
Expect warm weather in Balıkesir in May: afternoons reach about 23°C (74°F), while nights drop to around 11°C (52°F). Around 45 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than April and 5°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 12°C apart.
- Just 120 km apart, but Balıkesir runs about 3°C cooler than Manisa this month.
- May brings late spring to Balıkesir.
- It warms up quickly from here: by June highs are about 5°C higher.
Avg high
23°C
74°F
Avg low
11°C
52°F
Rainfall
45 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
69%
relative
Sky
55%
cloud · often cloudy
Balıkesir weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C / 46°F | 0°C / 31°F | 105 mm | 84% | 72% |
| February | 11°C / 52°F | 1°C / 34°F | 66 mm | 80% | 69% |
| March | 14°C / 58°F | 3°C / 37°F | 58 mm | 75% | 64% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 6°C / 44°F | 53 mm | 69% | 55% |
| May | 23°C / 74°F | 11°C / 52°F | 45 mm | 69% | 55% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 15°C / 59°F | 39 mm | 65% | 35% |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 17°C / 63°F | 10 mm | 56% | 17% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 17°C / 63°F | 7 mm | 57% | 19% |
| September | 29°C / 84°F | 15°C / 58°F | 27 mm | 59% | 31% |
| October | 22°C / 72°F | 10°C / 49°F | 51 mm | 69% | 48% |
| November | 16°C / 61°F | 5°C / 42°F | 56 mm | 76% | 57% |
| December | 10°C / 50°F | 1°C / 35°F | 83 mm | 82% | 65% |
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 Balıkesir?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Balıkesir →Other Turkey cities in May
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Balıkesir in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Balıkesir?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Balıkesir, with highs around 23°C and about 45 mm of rain.
How warm is Balıkesir in May?
Average highs are about 23°C (74°F) and average lows about 11°C (52°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Balıkesir in May?
Balıkesir typically gets around 45 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Balıkesir (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.