Things to Do in Syria in May
May weather, activities, events & insider tips
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May Weather in Syria
Long-run averages for May in Damascus
87°F (30°C)
High Temp
53°F (12°C)
Low Temp
0.2 inches (5 mm)
Rainfall
35%
Humidity
9
Sunny-Day UV
⚠ Desert dust storms can reduce visibility to 100 m (330 ft) and last 2-3 days - carry a proper dust mask, not a surgical mask
What's On in Syria in May
May in Syria brings two public holidays at the start of the month: عيد العمال on Saturday 1 May and عيد الفصح اليوليوسي on Sunday 2 May. The month sees average high temperatures of 30°C and average low temperatures of 12°C, with average rainfall of 5 mm. May is 5°C warmer than April and 5°C cooler than June.
May Climate Compared
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 25°C | 8°C | 5 mm |
| May | 30°C | 12°C | 5 mm |
| June | 35°C | 15°C | 0 mm |
May is 5°C warmer than April; 5°C cooler than June.
Long-run monthly averages. Source: Wikipedia.
Daylight in May
Day length: 13 h 34 min on 1 May, 13 h 58 min on 15 May (+57 min compared with mid-April).
Computed from the city's coordinates (sunrise to sunset, standard solar geometry).
Public Holidays and Long Weekends
- عيد العمال: Saturday 1 May 2027
- عيد الفصح اليوليوسي: Sunday 2 May 2027
Holiday dates: Nager.Date. Long-weekend notes are computed from the weekday.
Notable Places to Visit
Places within 8 km, ordered by Wikipedia coverage. Opening hours as mapped in OpenStreetMap (fetched 2026-10-16); check before you go. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); descriptions from Wikidata (CC0).
Quick Answers
How much rain does Syria get in May?
On average 5 mm in May.
How warm is Syria in May?
Average highs are 30°C and average lows 12°C.
How long are the days in Syria in May?
About 13 h 58 min of daylight on 15 May.
Are there public holidays in Syria in May?
Yes: عيد العمال on Saturday 1 May 2027; عيد الفصح اليوليوسي on Sunday 2 May 2027.
What are some notable places to visit in Syria?
John the Baptist, Mu'awiya I, Mehmed VI, Umayyad Mosque (from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata).
Where to Stay in Syria in May
Hand-picked hotels across price tiers for May travellers.
Public Holidays in May
Dates that affect opening hours, transport and crowds
عيد العمال
Known in English as Labour Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
عيد الفصح اليوليوسي
Known in English as Easter Sunday. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
عيد العمال
Known in English as Labour Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
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