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Ilmenau Weather in May

May in Ilmenau brings moderate temperatures around 18°C (64°F) during the day, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 89 mm (3.5 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Ilmenau in May

Rain is expected on roughly 16 days, totalling around 89 mm (3.5 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Ilmenau in May

May in Ilmenau sees highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) overnight. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With lows around 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Ilmenau in May

There are approximately 212 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Ilmenau Temperature in May

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
89 mm (3.5 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Sunshine
212 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Erfurt, Germany (33 KM, 20 Miles).

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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 Ilmenau 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. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Ilmenau in May

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

  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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