Frankfurt am Main weather in May (Germany)

How does the May weather in Frankfurt am Main compare to other months? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

For May, the weather in Frankfurt am Main is generally perfect, featuring pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 20°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 10°C.

Precipitation

Frankfurt am Main in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. This month experiences about 15 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 213 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Frankfurt am Main climate page with graphs.

 

Frankfurt am Main, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 67 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 213 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 45% *  

* Data from: Frankfurt, Germany (11 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in Germany in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Frankfurt am Main, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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