Lower Austria Weather in May

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

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Baden Semmering Litschau Lackenhof

Planning a journey to Lower Austria, Austria this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Lower Austria in May

Lower Austria, Austria is a region in Austria. May in Lower Austria generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Johnsbach at 16°C (61°F) and warm in Hainburg an der Donau at 22°C (72°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Hainburg an der Donau and 5°C (41°F) in Johnsbach.

For specific regional insights in Lower Austria, Austria, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Herrnbaumgarten with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Hochkar with 161 mm (6.3 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Baden typically receives 207 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Lower Austria in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Lower Austria

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

Temperature range in Lower Austria (May)

Precipitation variation in Lower Austria (May)

Baden

In May Baden generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
207 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Baden →

Semmering

In May Semmering generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
188 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Semmering →

Litschau

In May Litschau generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
199 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Litschau →

Lackenhof

In May Lackenhof generally has moderate 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.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
131 hours
172 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
153 mm (6 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Lackenhof →

Schwechat

In May Schwechat generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
238 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Schwechat →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Baden 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Semmering 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Litschau 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Lackenhof 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Schwechat 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Wiener Neustadt 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

Lower Austria weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Lower Austria, Austria generally has perfect weather conditions. Baden sees daytime temperatures near 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to roughly 10°C (50°F).

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

In Baden, the average daytime high in May is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

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

May is on the drier side in Lower Austria, Austria. Baden averages only about 91 mm (3.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Lower Austria, Austria?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Lower Austria, Austria. Typically, the climate in Baden is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, August and September provide perfect weather in Baden. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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