Garni weather in May
Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall. Average highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C, with around 16 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While May isn't our top-rated month for Garni, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
21°C
Average low
10°C
Rainy days
16 days
Best months to visit
June, July, August, September
What to do in Garni in May
Whatever the weather, Garni rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Visiting the restored Garni Temple and understanding pre-Christian Armenian civilization
Hiking through the volcanic Gorge of Garni with basalt columns (1 hour)
Visiting the Geghard Monastery complex cut into rock just 10 kilometres away
Photography of the temple against gorge and sky backgrounds
Eating khorovatz (grilled meat) and fresh bread at nearby villages
Taking day trips from Yerevan (30 kilometres away) to both Garni and Geghard
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
2C
Cold, with occasional showers.
February
5C
Cold, with occasional showers.
March
10C
Cool, with some rainy days.
April
16C
Cool, with some rainy days.
May (you are here)
21C
Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.
Recommended
June
27C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
July
31C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
Recommended
August
31C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
26C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
October
18C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
November
10C
Cool, with occasional showers.
December
4C
Cold, with occasional showers.
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