Bukhara vs Samarkand in May

Samarkand is the better pick in May — 89 vs 85 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Samarkand is warm, a little rain, clean air, while Bukhara is hot, dry.

Bukhara vs SamarkandMay climate, side by side

BukharaSamarkand
Comfort score85/100 (A)89/100 (A)
Feels-like high30°C28°C
Avg high / low32° / 17°28° / 13°
Rainfall11 mm54 mm
Rainy days28
Humidity33%59%
Air quality (AQI)5550

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Bukhara vs Samarkand in May — FAQ

Is May better in Bukhara or Samarkand?
Samarkand is the better pick in May — 89 vs 85 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Samarkand is warm, a little rain, clean air, while Bukhara is hot, dry.
What is the weather like in Bukhara vs Samarkand in May?
In May, Bukhara averages 32°C high / 17°C low with about 11 mm of rain; Samarkand averages 28°C high / 13°C low with about 54 mm.