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Gotha Weather in May

During May, Gotha experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 18°C (64°F) and cooler nights around 8°C (46°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 75 mm (3 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Gotha in May

You can typically expect 15 days of rain this month, averaging around 75 mm (3 in). This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Gotha in May

Expect highs of 18°C (64°F) in Gotha in May, with nights dropping to around 8°C (46°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to 8°C (46°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Gotha in May

The city usually sees around 212 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Gotha Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 75 mm (3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
SunshineSunshine 212 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Erfurt, Germany (23 KM, 14 Miles).

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 Gotha in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Gotha in May

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

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

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