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May is an excellent month in Nablus

Climate Overview

Nablus, Palestine in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 28.5°C (83°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Rain is rare, falling on about 3 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 26°C (80°F) at the start to 29°C (85°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the first third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

Expect around 12.3h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 12.9h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 16th, averaging 30.9°C (88°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 5°C warmer with 1 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
29°C / 15°C
Feels Like
28°C / 14°C
Rain
3 days · 11 mm
Sunshine
12.6h / day
Humidity
54% — Moderate
Wind
16 km/h
Wind Direction
WNW (283°)
Gusts
39 km/h
Daylight
13.8 h
Cloud Cover
25%
Clear Sky Days
15.3
UV Index
7.7 — Very High
Dew Point
12°C — Comfortable
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:43
Daylight 13.8h
Sunset 19:31

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 29°C (83°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Fair
Temp
14°C / 5°C
Feels Like
11°C / 3°C
Rain
13days (109 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
3.7 Moderate
February
Fair
Temp
15°C / 6°C
Feels Like
13°C / 3°C
Rain
11days (98 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
4.6 Moderate
March
Good
Temp
18°C / 8°C
Feels Like
17°C / 6°C
Rain
9days (57 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
5.9 High
April best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 11°C
Feels Like
23°C / 10°C
Rain
4days (30 mm) Good
Sun
11.5h Excellent
Humidity
60% Moderate
UV
7 High
May best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 15°C
Feels Like
28°C / 14°C
Rain
3days (11 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.6h Excellent
Humidity
54% Moderate
UV
7.7 Very High
June best
Excellent
Temp
32°C / 18°C
Feels Like
33°C / 19°C
Rain
1days (2 mm) Excellent
Sun
13h Excellent
Humidity
58% Moderate
UV
8 Very High
July
Good
Temp
34°C / 20°C
Feels Like
36°C / 23°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.8h Excellent
Humidity
60% Moderate
UV
8.1 Very High
August
Good
Temp
34°C / 21°C
Feels Like
36°C / 24°C
Rain
0days (1 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.2h Excellent
Humidity
63% Muggy
UV
7.8 Very High
September
Excellent
Temp
32°C / 20°C
Feels Like
33°C / 22°C
Rain
1days (4 mm) Excellent
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
6.9 High
October best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 17°C
Feels Like
28°C / 17°C
Rain
4days (20 mm) Good
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
63% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
November
Good
Temp
22°C / 11°C
Feels Like
20°C / 10°C
Rain
8days (52 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
4.2 Moderate
December
Fair
Temp
16°C / 7°C
Feels Like
14°C / 5°C
Rain
10days (93 mm) Wet
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
3.5 Moderate
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 14°C / 5°C 11°C / 3°C 13days (109 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 74% Muggy 3.7 Moderate Fair View Details
February 15°C / 6°C 13°C / 3°C 11days (98 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 74% Muggy 4.6 Moderate Fair View Details
March 18°C / 8°C 17°C / 6°C 9days (57 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 69% Muggy 5.9 High Good View Details
April best 24°C / 11°C 23°C / 10°C 4days (30 mm) Good 11.5h Excellent 60% Moderate 7 High Excellent View Details
May best 29°C / 15°C 28°C / 14°C 3days (11 mm) Excellent 12.6h Excellent 54% Moderate 7.7 Very High Excellent View Details
June best 32°C / 18°C 33°C / 19°C 1days (2 mm) Excellent 13h Excellent 58% Moderate 8 Very High Excellent View Details
July 34°C / 20°C 36°C / 23°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 12.8h Excellent 60% Moderate 8.1 Very High Good View Details
August 34°C / 21°C 36°C / 24°C 0days (1 mm) Excellent 12.2h Excellent 63% Muggy 7.8 Very High Good View Details
September 32°C / 20°C 33°C / 22°C 1days (4 mm) Excellent 11.2h Excellent 64% Muggy 6.9 High Excellent View Details
October best 28°C / 17°C 28°C / 17°C 4days (20 mm) Good 10.2h Excellent 63% Muggy 5.6 High Excellent View Details
November 22°C / 11°C 20°C / 10°C 8days (52 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 64% Muggy 4.2 Moderate Good View Details
December 16°C / 7°C 14°C / 5°C 10days (93 mm) Wet 7.9h Good 72% Muggy 3.5 Moderate Fair View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

Packing List

Breathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglassesSandals

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically excellent for visiting Nablus, with average highs of 29°C (83°F) and around 3 rainy days. Nablus, Palestine in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 28.5°C (83°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the da
Nablus typically sees around 3 rainy days in May with 11 mm (0.4 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Evenings in Nablus during May are mild at 15°C (58°F). A light cardigan is usually enough.
With highs of 29°C (83°F) and lows of 15°C (58°F) in May, we recommend: Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, May offers some of the best weather conditions in Nablus with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Nablus during May is 8 (very high). Strong sun protection is essential — SPF 50+, protective clothing, and avoid prolonged outdoor exposure during peak hours.
Nablus gets approximately 14 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 13 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Nablus during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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