Lower-Saxony Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lower-Saxony, Germany in May.

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Hanover Braunlage Cuxhaven Norden

Thinking about venturing to Lower-Saxony, Germany this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Lower-Saxony in May

Lower-Saxony, Germany is a region in Germany. May in Lower-Saxony generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Borkum at 14°C (57°F) to pleasant in Dangenstorf at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Dangenstorf and 10°C (50°F) in Borkum.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Lower-Saxony, Germany, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Spiekeroog with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Altenau with 77 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Hanover typically receives 216 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Lower-Saxony 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-Saxony

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

Temperature range in Lower-Saxony (May)

Precipitation variation in Lower-Saxony (May)

Hanover

In May Hanover generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°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
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
216 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Hanover →

Braunlage

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Braunlage →

Cuxhaven

In May Cuxhaven generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Cuxhaven →

Norden

In May Norden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
218 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Norden →

Sankt Andreasberg

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Sankt Andreasberg →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hanover 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Braunlage 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Cuxhaven 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Norden 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Sankt Andreasberg 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Bad Harzburg 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 77 mm (3 in)

Lower-Saxony weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lower-Saxony, Germany in May?

In May, Lower-Saxony, Germany generally has pleasant weather conditions. Hanover sees daytime temperatures near 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Lower-Saxony, Germany in May?

In Hanover, the average daytime high in May is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Lower-Saxony, Germany get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lower-Saxony, Germany during May, with Hanover averaging close to 65 mm (2.6 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Lower-Saxony, Germany?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Hanover, May might be a good time to visit Lower-Saxony, Germany. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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