May · Uzbekistan
Best time to visit Khiva in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Khiva in May
Average temperature 22°C, 21 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 41% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
10.0/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 21 mm
- Humidity
- 41%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
May in Khiva scores 10.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 22°C, 21 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Khiva's walled Itchan Kala is a complete Silk Road city of minarets, madrasas and mud walls.
May ranks 2nd of 12 for Khiva — one of the best windows
At 22°C (71°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
With around 21 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.3 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Khiva at 10/10 (2nd of 12), just behind April at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Khiva in May?
- In May, Khiva averages 22°C, 21 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 10.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Khiva?
- May earns a 10.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Khiva in May?
- Expect about 21 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 41% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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