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Cottbus Weather in May

May in Cottbus brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 21°C (70°F) and nights dropping to 9°C (48°F). With perfect weather conditions overall, it's a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Cottbus in May

Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated, with 59 mm (2.3 in) on average. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Cottbus in May

May is one of the better months to visit Cottbus. Expect 21°C (70°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Cottbus in May

The city usually sees around 214 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Cottbus.

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Cottbus Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 59 mm (2.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 56%  
SunshineSunshine 214 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Best Places in Germany in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Cottbus in May

For Cottbus in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Cottbus in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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