Paderborn weather in May (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)

How is May weather typically in Paderborn? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of May in Paderborn typically includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 19°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 8°C.

Precipitation

Paderborn in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 73 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 15 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 194 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Paderborn, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 73 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 194 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kassel, Germany (67 KM, 41 Miles).

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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 Paderborn, 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.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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