May · Finland
Best time to visit Turku in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Turku in May
Average temperature 10°C, 26 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.9/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 26 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Turku scores 8.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 10°C, 26 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Turku, Finland's oldest city, lines the Aura river with a medieval castle, a cathedral and ferries to the archipelago.
May in Turku — one of the year's strongest windows (2nd)
Expect 10°C (51°F) in May. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 26 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 16.9 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Turku at 8.9/10 (2nd of 12), just behind June at 9.4/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Turku in May?
- In May, Turku averages 10°C, 26 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Turku?
- May earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Turku in May?
- Expect about 26 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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