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Saxony Weather in May

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

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Dresden Leipzig Bad Schandau Kurort Oberwiesenthal

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

What to Expect in Saxony in May

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Bärenstein at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Torgau at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Torgau and 6°C (43°F) in Bärenstein.

For specific regional insights in Saxony, Germany, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Delitzsch with an average of 61 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Sehma with 94 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Dresden typically receives 217 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in 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 Saxony

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

Temperature range in Saxony (May)

Precipitation variation in Saxony (May)

Dresden

In May Dresden generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
217 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Dresden →

Leipzig

In May Leipzig generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
229 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Leipzig →

Bad Schandau

In May Bad Schandau 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
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
217 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Bad Schandau →

Kurort Oberwiesenthal

In May Kurort Oberwiesenthal generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°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)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
187 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kurort Oberwiesenthal →

Görlitz

In May Görlitz 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)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Görlitz →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dresden 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Leipzig 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Bad Schandau 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Kurort Oberwiesenthal 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Görlitz 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Meißen 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

Saxony weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Saxony, Germany typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Dresden average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Saxony, Germany during May range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Dresden.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Saxony, Germany during May, with Dresden averaging close to 71 mm (2.8 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Saxony, Germany?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Saxony, Germany with overall perfect weather in Dresden. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Dresden. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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