Your May weather guide

Mild

Weather in Bled in May

May is a reasonable time to visit Bled if you want mild weather for walking rather than dependable warmth for lounging outdoors. Average daytime highs are around 19°C, but nights fall to about 10°C, so layers matter. The main catch is rain, with about 16 rainy days during the month. For a UK traveller, this is a spring break with a little extra daytime warmth, not a reliable switch to summer weather.

Long-term climate averages for Bled, not a forecast · 1991-2020

Bled, month by month

Your snapshot

At a glance

The useful details for Bled.

Average daytime high
18.8°C
9 in 10 days stay below 23°C
Average night-time low
9.7°C
coldest 10% of nights: 6°C or lower
Compared with London
+2.2°C
London averages 16.6°C in May
Sunshine per day (est.)
5.2h
35% of 14.8 h of daylight
Rainy days (1 mm+)
16
138 mm over the month
Humidity
77%
Days over 25°C
4%
none over 30°C
Record high 1991-2020
29.2°C
2009-05-25
Record low 1991-2020
-0.2°C
2019-05-07
Flight from London
≈ 2 h 12 min
1173 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)

Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.

How May compares

May is the 5th warmest month of the year in Bled and ranks 131st of 134 destinations we compare for May - see where else is hot in May. Against London's average high of 16.6°C in May, Bled is 2.2°C warmer by day and 1.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in May

The typical May day in Bled peaks at 18.8°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 23.2°C or more. Roughly 1 in 26 days top 25°C. Nights average 9.7°C; one night in ten drops to 5.8°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest May day here reached 29.2°C (2009-05-25) and the coldest night -0.2°C (2019-05-07).

Rain in May

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 16 days with 1 mm or more, 138 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest May was 1991 with 254 mm, the driest 1992 with 53 mm. Humidity averages 77%.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 14.8 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:30 and sets about 20:30 local time in mid-May. Average cloud cover is 65%.

Is May a good time to visit Bled?

May is not the strongest month here: mild days and frequent rain. The best months for Bled on our scoring are July, August, June.

Comfortable afternoons, but keep a warm layer handy

Bled's May temperatures suit travellers who prefer being active without much heat. A light top may be enough during a warmer afternoon, but carry a jumper rather than dressing for summer from the outset. The warmest days can reach around 23°C or more, while the coldest nights drop to around 6°C or below. That makes a warmer layer useful for early starts and evenings outdoors, even after a pleasant day. Midday heat is not the main concern: only 4% of days reach 25°C. If your ideal break depends on consistently warm evenings, May is likely to feel too cool.

Plan around rain, not just the temperature

Rain is the bigger compromise in May, so keep outdoor plans flexible and pack a waterproof jacket. About 16 rainy days means wet weather is a regular possibility, though it does not mean those days are entirely lost to rain. There is about 5.2 hours of sunshine within 14.8 hours of daylight each day, leaving a long window for heading out when conditions improve without promising clear skies. Shoes you are comfortable wearing in wet conditions are a sensible choice. May works best if you can shift plans with the weather; it is less suitable if you need every day to revolve around sitting outdoors in sunshine.

A little perspective

Bled through the year

May is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.

Monthly climate averages

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Bled monthly climate averages, 1991-2020; May is the selected month.
MonthDayNightSun/dayRain mmRainy daysDays 25°C+
January4.0°C-2.6°C3.07680%
February5.5°C-2.0°C3.88890%
March9.6°C1.2°C4.299110%
April14.3°C5.2°C4.7119150%
MaySelected18.8°C9.7°C5.2138164%
Junebest22.5°C13.5°C6.11531628%
Julybest24.5°C15.5°C6.91431747%
Augustbest24.4°C15.8°C6.21471442%
September19.5°C11.7°C4.4165135%
October14.8°C7.9°C3.2161120%
November9.4°C3.6°C2.4167120%
December4.6°C-1.8°C2.811290%

Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.

Day, night and sea

Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020

  • Day
  • Night
Bars show average daytime highs and night-time lows; circles mark the average sea temperature. Same scale for every month. Exact values are in the table.

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A little more detail

Bled in May FAQs

Plain answers, grounded in the averages.

Is Bled hot in May?

Bled is mild in May: the average daytime high is 18.8°C and nights average 9.7°C. Roughly 1 in 26 May days reach 25°C.

How much does it rain in Bled in May?

Bled sees about 16 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 138 mm of rain in a typical May. The wettest May between 1991 and 2020 was 1991 (254 mm) and the driest was 1992 (53 mm).

How sunny is Bled in May?

Bled gets around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day in May out of 14.8 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).

How does Bled compare with the UK in May?

Bled is on average 2.2°C warmer than London by day in May (18.8°C against 16.6°C).

What is the hottest May on record in Bled?

Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest May day in Bled reached 29.2°C on 2009-05-25, and the coldest night dropped to -0.2°C on 2019-05-07.

Is Bled warmer than London in May?

Yes, but the difference is modest. Bled's average daytime high is 18.8°C, compared with London's 16.6°C, a gap of 2.2°C. Expect a little more daytime warmth rather than a dramatic change, and still pack for cool evenings.

Should I choose May or go later in summer?

July, August and June are the better overall weather choices for Bled. May still suits a trip centred on walking in mild temperatures, but its wet conditions and cool nights make it less appealing if warmth is your priority.

Is Bled a short flight from London?

The flight from London is about 2 h 12 min, putting it in short-haul territory. That makes the flying time manageable for a shorter break, but May's rain risk means it helps to keep your daily plans flexible.

About these averages

ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020

Averages computed from daily values at Bled. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather