Bukhara · SpringMonth summary
Bukhara weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
64°F – 90°F
🌧 Rainy days
9% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.4/10
📅 📅 Best month
April (8.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Bukhara in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're looking for maximum sunshine — 12.8h per day on average.
❌ No if: you struggle with heat — temperatures regularly exceed 30°F.
Our take: Bukhara in May: 90°F and 12.8h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Bukhara in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Bukhara. Temperatures rise (32°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (9% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (8.8/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 28°F | 48°F | 16% | 0.0in | 8.6h | 5.8/10 |
| ⛅ February | 32°F | 54°F | 20% | 0.0in | 9.1h | 6.7/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 43°F | 66°F | 19% | 0.0in | 10.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ☀️ April | 54°F | 79°F | 14% | 0.0in | 11.6h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ May | 64°F | 90°F | 9% | 0.0in | 12.8h | 8.4/10 |
| 🥵 June | 72°F | 99°F | 1% | 0.0in | 13.5h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 July | 79°F | 104°F | 0% | 0.0in | 13.6h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 August | 72°F | 99°F | 0% | 0.0in | 12.7h | 6.9/10 |
| ☀️ September | 61°F | 88°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.2h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 46°F | 75°F | 7% | 0.0in | 10.6h | 8.6/10 |
| ⛅ November | 36°F | 59°F | 9% | 0.0in | 9.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 28°F | 48°F | 13% | 0.0in | 8.0h | 5.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Bukhara averages 90°F, 9% rainy days and 12.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.4/10.
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Comparison
May vs April (best month)
The best month is April (score 8.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -6°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +5%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -1.2h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Bukhara in May
Is May a good time to visit Bukhara?
May is an excellent time to visit Bukhara (score 8.4/10). With 90°F, 12.8h of sunshine and 9% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Is it too hot in Bukhara in May?
Temperatures reach 90°F. It's intense but manageable with sunscreen and water. Sunshine: 12.8h/day.
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