Ratekau weather in May (Schleswig-Holstein, Germany)

What does the weather outlook for Ratekau look like in May? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

During May, Ratekau usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 18°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 8°C.

Precipitation

Ratekau in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. This month experiences about 13 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 231 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Ratekau, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 61 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 231 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kiel, Germany (56 KM, 35 Miles).

Where to go in Germany in May

Find out more about the weather in Germany and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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 Ratekau, 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

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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