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Köthen Weather in May

In Köthen, May brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to 10°C (50°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Köthen in May

This month experiences about 14 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 61 mm (2.4 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Köthen in May

The excellent temperature in Köthen in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 21°C (70°F) during the day and 10°C (50°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With overnight lows of 10°C (50°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Köthen in May

With approximately 214 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Köthen.

Köthen Temperature in May

Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
46%
Precipitation
61 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
56% *
Sunshine
214 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Cottbus, Germany (47 KM, 29 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 Köthen in May

For Köthen 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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Köthen in May

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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