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Germany Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Germany in May.

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Planning a trip to Germany this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Germany in May

May in Germany generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Putgarten at 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in Rust at 21°C (70°F). At night it cools down to 10°C (50°F) in Rust and 10°C (50°F) in Putgarten.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Germany, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Putgarten with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Weißbach with 208 mm (8.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Berlin gets approximately 230 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Germany in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Germany

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Germany?

Temperature range in Germany (May)

Precipitation variation in Germany (May)

Berlin

In May Berlin generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
230 hours
231 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Berlin →

Cologne

In May Cologne generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
199 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cologne →

Binz

In May Binz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
52 mm (2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Binz →

Munich

In May Munich generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
210 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Munich →

Hamburg

In May Hamburg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
221 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Hamburg →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Germany in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Berlin 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Cologne 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Winterberg 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Munich 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Hamburg 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Frankfurt 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

Germany weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Germany in May?

Expect perfect weather across Germany in May. The popular destination of Berlin averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Germany in May?

Average temperatures in Germany during May range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Berlin.

Does Germany get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Germany during May, with Berlin averaging close to 60 mm (2.4 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Germany?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Germany with overall perfect weather in Berlin. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Berlin. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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