Bad Kleinkirchheim

Carinthia Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Carinthia, Austria in May.

Planning a trip to Carinthia, Austria this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Carinthia in May

Carinthia, Austria is a region in Austria. Carinthia, Austria has a wide variety of climate types. During May, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Heiligenblut at 10°C (50°F) and pleasant in Sankt Kanzian at 19°C (66°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Sankt Kanzian and 1°C (34°F) in Heiligenblut.

For a closer look at conditions across Carinthia, Austria, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sankt Georgen am Längsee with an average of 100 mm (3.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Sonnenalpe Nassfeld with 185 mm (7.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Bad Kleinkirchheim, you can expect around 173 hours of sunlight in May, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Carinthia by month

Best Places to Visit in Carinthia in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Carinthia.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Carinthia

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Carinthia, Austria?

Temperature range in Carinthia (May)

Precipitation variation in Carinthia (May)

Bad Kleinkirchheim

In May Bad Kleinkirchheim generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
173 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Velden am Wörthersee

In May Velden am Wörthersee generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
222 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
127 mm (5 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Sankt Kanzian

In May Sankt Kanzian generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
222 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Hermagor

In May Hermagor generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
173 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
179 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Pörtschach am Wörthersee

In May Pörtschach am Wörthersee generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
222 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Carinthia in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bad Kleinkirchheim 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Velden am Wörthersee 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Sankt Kanzian 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Hermagor 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Pörtschach am Wörthersee 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Millstatt 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)

Carinthia weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Carinthia, Austria in May?

Carinthia, Austria typically experiences unpleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Bad Kleinkirchheim average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Carinthia, Austria in May?

Daytime temperatures in Bad Kleinkirchheim peak at roughly 16°C (61°F) in May, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does Carinthia, Austria get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Carinthia, Austria. Average rainfall in Bad Kleinkirchheim sits around 116 mm (4.6 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Carinthia, Austria?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Bad Kleinkirchheim, May may not be the ideal time to visit Carinthia, Austria.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Bad Kleinkirchheim. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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