Month guide · Tbilisi · Georgia
Tbilisi in May
What May is really like in Tbilisi: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
May is one of the best months to visit Tbilisi. Expect average highs of 24°C (75°F), lows of 13°C (55°F), about 11 rainy days and roughly 14.5 hours of daylight. Warm with frequent showers and thunderstorms; one of the best months for walking and day trips.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 24°C (75°F) / 13°C (55°F)
- Rainy days
- About 11
- Daylight
- About 14.5 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in May
May is the 5th-warmest month in Tbilisi: days average 24°C (75°F) against a yearly average high of 19°C (66°F), and nights fall to about 13°C (55°F). Rain falls on roughly 11 of its 31 days. Compared with April (19°C (66°F)), May is warmer; by June highs climb to around 28°C (82°F).
- Sunrise (15 May)
- About 05:41
- Sunset (15 May)
- About 20:13
- Daylight
- About 14.5 hours
Spring (March–May). Blossom and green hills, with changeable weather and showers; Orthodox Easter and Independence Day fall in this season.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, May rates 4 for crowds (the peak is September at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in September). Book accommodation early: May is one of the pricier months.
Events in May
- Independence Day celebrations on Rustaveli Avenue (26 May)
- New Wine Festival — tastings from small producers (usually May)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in May
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Castle · Old Tbilisi
Narikala Fortress
Ride the cable car up, then walk down through the fortress and the botanical garden or the steps to Abanotubani.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Views
- History
- Photo spot
Landmark · Sololaki
Kartlis Deda (Mother of Georgia)
A 20-metre aluminium statue on the Sololaki ridge, holding a bowl of wine for guests and a sword for enemies, symbolising Georgian character.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Views
Religious site · Avlabari
Holy Trinity Cathedral (Sameba)
Visit during a Sunday morning service to hear the choir, dressing modestly.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- Iconic
Architecture · Old Tbilisi
Bridge of Peace and Rike Park
A glass-and-steel footbridge opened in 2010, designed by Michele De Lucchi, links the Old Town with Rike Park on the left bank.
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- After dark
- Kids
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 24°C, lows near 13°C and 11 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is May a good time to visit Tbilisi?
One of the best months to visit Tbilisi, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are June and September–October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is May a good time to visit Tbilisi?
It is one of the best months to visit Tbilisi. Warm with frequent showers and thunderstorms; one of the best months for walking and day trips.
+How warm is Tbilisi in May?
Average highs are around 24°C (75°F) and lows around 13°C (55°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Tbilisi in May?
Expect rain on about 11 days of the month.