Visiting Georgia in May: Weather, Costs & Is It Worth It (2026)
Quick answer: In May, Georgia averages daytime highs of 11.9–22.5°C across its 8 main cities, overnight lows near 3.9°C, and about 16 rainy days. Tbilisi sees ~21.1°C days. 1 INR ≈ 0.028093 GEL (as of Mon, 01 Jun 2026). Verdict: Wet season — plan around rain — ~13 rainy days this month.
Georgia weather in May, city by city
Real May averages from 10 years of climate data (2015–2024). Note how much the cities differ — this is why "Georgia weather" alone is misleading.
| City | Avg high | Avg low | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tbilisi | 21.1°C | 11.1°C | 13 | Wet season — plan around rain |
| Batumi | 20.6°C | 12.8°C | 14 | Wet season — plan around rain |
| Kutaisi | 22.5°C | 12.7°C | 16 | Wet season — plan around rain |
| Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) | 11.9°C | 3.9°C | 20 | Wet season — plan around rain |
| Mtskheta | 22°C | 11.6°C | 15 | Wet season — plan around rain |
| Mestia | 14°C | 4.9°C | 17 | Wet season — plan around rain |
| Borjomi | 18.5°C | 7.7°C | 17 | Wet season — plan around rain |
| Sighnaghi | 20.2°C | 11.7°C | 17 | Wet season — plan around rain |
What to pack for Georgia in May
With highs around 21.1°C and lows near 3.9°C, pack layers — a light jacket for mornings and evenings, a warm fleece or down layer for cold nights, a compact umbrella or rain shell.
Money & costs for Indian travelers
As of Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:02:31 +0000, 1 Indian Rupee ≈ 0.028093 GEL. Carry a forex card plus some cash; airport exchange rates are usually poorer than city rates. For an all-inclusive Georgia group tour from India, see current Georgia packages & ₹ prices.
Public holidays in Georgia, May
- 2026-05-09 — Day of Victory over Fascism
- 2026-05-12 — Saint Andrew the First-Called Day
- 2026-05-26 — Independence Day
- 2027-05-01 — Holy Saturday
- 2027-05-02 — Easter Sunday
- 2027-05-03 — Easter Monday
- 2027-05-09 — Day of Victory over Fascism
- 2027-05-12 — Saint Andrew the First-Called Day
- 2027-05-26 — Independence Day
Major sites can be crowded or closed around these dates — plan your itinerary accordingly.
Georgia in May — FAQs
What is the weather like in Georgia in May?
In May, Georgia averages daytime highs of 11.9–22.5°C across its cities, with overnight lows around 3.9°C and roughly 16 rainy days. Tbilisi typically sees 21.1°C days and 11.1°C nights.
Is May a good time to visit Georgia from India?
Wet season — plan around rain. In Tbilisi, ~13 rainy days this month. May is a more challenging month for Indian travelers — see the city-by-city breakdown above to plan around the heat or rain.
What should I pack for Georgia in May?
For May (3.9–22.5°C), pack layers — a light jacket for mornings and evenings, a warm fleece or down layer for cold nights, a compact umbrella or rain shell.
What is the exchange rate for Georgia from India?
As of Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:02:31 +0000, 1 Indian Rupee ≈ 0.028093 GEL. Carry a mix of cash and an international debit/forex card; rates at the airport are usually worse than in the city.
Are there public holidays in Georgia in May?
Yes — Day of Victory over Fascism (2026-05-09), Saint Andrew the First-Called Day (2026-05-12), Independence Day (2026-05-26), Holy Saturday (2027-05-01), Easter Sunday (2027-05-02), Easter Monday (2027-05-03), Day of Victory over Fascism (2027-05-09), Saint Andrew the First-Called Day (2027-05-12), Independence Day (2027-05-26). Major sites and offices can be crowded or closed around these dates, so plan accordingly.
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