Istanbul vs Ulaanbaatar in May

Istanbul is the better pick in May — 92 vs 79 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Istanbul is nice, a little rain, very humid, while Ulaanbaatar is cool, a little rain, clean air.

Istanbul vs UlaanbaatarMay climate, side by side

IstanbulUlaanbaatar
Comfort score92/100 (S)79/100 (B)
Feels-like high20°C11°C
Avg high / low20° / 13°15° / 2°
Rainfall36 mm31 mm
Rainy days87
Humidity75%46%
Air quality (AQI)5346

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

Istanbul vs Ulaanbaatar in May — FAQ

Is May better in Istanbul or Ulaanbaatar?
Istanbul is the better pick in May — 92 vs 79 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Istanbul is nice, a little rain, very humid, while Ulaanbaatar is cool, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Istanbul vs Ulaanbaatar in May?
In May, Istanbul averages 20°C high / 13°C low with about 36 mm of rain; Ulaanbaatar averages 15°C high / 2°C low with about 31 mm.