May · Uzbekistan
Best time to visit Nukus in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nukus in May
Average temperature 21°C, 33 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 44% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.9/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 33 mm
- Humidity
- 44%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
May in Nukus scores 9.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 21°C, 33 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nukus holds the Savitsky museum, one of the world's great collections of Russian avant-garde art.
May is one of the strongest months in Nukus (2nd)
May averages 21°C (70°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Expect 33 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.4 daylight hours.
A 9.9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Nukus (2nd of 12); only April scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Figure on peak pricing, with 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 Nukus in May?
- In May, Nukus averages 21°C, 33 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Nukus?
- May earns a 9.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nukus in May?
- Expect about 33 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 44% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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