Baku vs Yerevan

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Baku edges ahead as the better destination in May. Baku offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 4 rain days, while Yerevan sees 8 sunshine hours and 4 rain days.

Baku sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Yerevan runs hot at 33°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in May. Baku receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Baku reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Yerevan averages 33°C (91°F) for the high and 20°C (68°F) for the low, with a daily range of 13°C. There is a notable 13°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Baku receives approximately 15 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during May. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Yerevan sees 22 mm over 4 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Humidity also differs: Baku averages 65% while Yerevan sits at 45%. Baku will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.