Temperatures in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Plitvice Lakes with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 13°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Plitvice Lakes in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Plitvice Lakes with mild temperatures, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights close to 10°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 21°C, with nights close to 11°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Plitvice Lakes will be around 24°C, with nights close to 12°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 156 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Across the whole month, the average precipitation chance is 52% per day. Though it seems average, the weather’s variable. Some days have a lower chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Plitvice Lakes. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Plitvice Lakes in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
22°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
26°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
18°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
156 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
16 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Plitvice Lakes?
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Plitvice Lakes. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Plitvice Lakes in May
With 32°C, Plitvice Lakes hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -2°C to a high of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Plitvice Lakes
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Plitvice Lakes, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in May in Plitvice Lakes
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Daily Precipitation in May in Plitvice Lakes
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Plitvice Lakes, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 16 days of rain in Plitvice Lakes.
Daily UV Index in May in Plitvice Lakes
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Plitvice Lakes, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Plitvice Lakes Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Plitvice Lakes, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Plitvice Lakes Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Plitvice Lakes, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Plitvice Lakes
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Plitvice Lakes. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in May in Plitvice Lakes
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Average Weather in Plitvice Lakes by Month
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