Weather forecast for the Sultan's Trail: Belgrade → Sofia in May

In May, the weather along the Sultan's Trail from Belgrade to Sofia is quite variable. Travellers can expect a mix of sunny days interspersed with periods of rain, ranging from light showers to heavy downpours. Temperatures fluctuate, with highs generally between 15°C and 30°C and lows from 5°C to 17°C depending on the location and time. This range in weather conditions makes the journey a dynamic experience, reflecting the transitional season typical of this part of Europe.

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Start date
May 17
Start town
Belgrade
End date
Jun 11
End town
Sofia
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
26
Total distance
556 km
Daily distance
21.4 km
Average high
23°C
Average low
13°C
Average precipitation
2.7 mm/day

As the journey begins in Belgrade, the weather is mixed, with sunny days and occasional heavy rain showers, recording highs of around 30°C and lows dipping to 9°C. Moving towards Avala and Grocka, similar patterns persist with partly cloudy skies and some rain, while temperatures remain warm, peaking at 31°C.

In Smederevo and Mihajlovac, the weather patterns continue with a combination of sunny intervals and bouts of heavy rain. High temperatures reach the upper twenties, with lows generally in the low teens.

By the time travellers reach Smederevska Palanka and Markovac, periods of clear weather are interspersed with more rain showers. High temperatures hover around the mid-twenties, with cooler nights.

Approaching Svilajnac and Despotovac, sunny spells intermittently give way to cloudier skies and rain. With daytime highs reaching the mid-twenties, the weather offers a break from the earlier rain-heavy days.

In the final stretch from Niš to Sofia, conditions vary greatly. Days may start sunny and clear, only to end in heavy rain showers, especially towards Sofia. Highs typically range from 15°C to 28°C, with cooler nights providing respite after the day's rainfall.

This overview is for an early May start, walking the standard stages.
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