Wachau Valley Weather in May

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

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Krems an der Donau Melk Weissenkirchen in der Wachau Spitz

Planning a getaway to the Wachau Valley, Austria this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Wachau Valley in May

The Wachau Valley, Austria is a region in Austria. May in the Wachau Valley generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Krems an der Donau.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Krems an der Donau with an average of 88 mm (3.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Melk with 99 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Krems an der Donau gets approximately 230 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore the Wachau Valley by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Wachau Valley — and find the best time to visit. (based on Krems an der Donau)

January3°C (37°F) February5°C (41°F) March10°C (50°F) April16°C (61°F) May20°C (68°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September20°C (68°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December4°C (39°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Wachau Valley in May

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

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 the Wachau Valley

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

Temperature range in the Wachau Valley (May)

Precipitation variation in the Wachau Valley (May)

Krems an der Donau

In May Krems an der Donau 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
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
230 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
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Melk

In May Melk 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)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
230 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Melk →

Weissenkirchen in der Wachau

In May Weissenkirchen in der Wachau 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)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
230 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
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Spitz

In May Spitz 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)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
230 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Spitz →

Emmersdorf an der Donau

In May Emmersdorf an der Donau 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
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
230 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Wachau Valley in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Krems an der Donau 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Melk 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Weissenkirchen in der Wachau 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Spitz 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Emmersdorf an der Donau 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Dürnstein 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

The Wachau Valley weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Wachau Valley, Austria in May?

the Wachau Valley, Austria typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Krems an der Donau average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Wachau Valley, Austria in May?

Average temperatures in the Wachau Valley, Austria during May range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Krems an der Donau.

Does the Wachau Valley, Austria get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Wachau Valley, Austria during May, with Krems an der Donau averaging close to 88 mm (3.5 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Wachau Valley, Austria?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit the Wachau Valley, Austria with overall perfect weather in Krems an der Donau. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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