Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for May
| Metric | Tbilisi | Yerevan | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 22°C (72°F)▲ | 21°C (70°F) | Tbilisi |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 10°C (50°F)▲ | 8°C (46°F) | Tbilisi |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 6 days▲ | 10 days | Tbilisi |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 67 mm | 46 mm▲ | Yerevan |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day | 12h/day▲ | Yerevan |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 9 | 9 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h | 12 km/h▲ | Yerevan |
Tbilisi and Yerevan are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Tbilisi sits in the comfortable travel range at 22°C. Yerevan is also comfortable at 21°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Tbilisi is the stronger choice in May. Yerevan receives 5 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Tbilisi reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Yerevan averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 13°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.
Tbilisi receives approximately 67 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during May. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Yerevan sees 46 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Tbilisi the drier option by 4 rain days and 21 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 22°C, lows of 10°C, 6 rain days
Highs of 21°C, lows of 8°C, 10 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen. These items are useful in either destination during May.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. May is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Tbilisi | Yerevan | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 5°C | 3d | 2°C | 6d |
| Feb | 8°C | 3d | 3°C | 7d |
| Mar | 13°C | 4d | 9°C | 10d |
| Apr | 19°C | 5d | 15°C | 13d |
| May | 22°C | 6d | 21°C | 10d |
| Jun | 24°C | 6d | 27°C | 4d |
| Jul | 22°C | 6d | 31°C | 2d |
| Aug | 19°C | 5d | 31°C | 1d |
| Sep | 13°C | 4d | 26°C | 2d |
| Oct | 8°C | 3d | 18°C | 5d |
| Nov | 5°C | 3d | 10°C | 6d |
| Dec | 3°C | 3d | 4°C | 6d |
Tbilisi Weather in May
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