Hévíz

Zala Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Zala, Hungary in May.

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Hévíz Balatonlelle Zalakaros Keszthely

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

What to Expect in Zala in May

Zala, Hungary is a region in Hungary. May in Zala generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Hévíz.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Zala, Hungary, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Balatonlelle with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Velemér with 85 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Hévíz sees around 226 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Zala by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Zala — and find the best time to visit. (based on Hévíz)

January5°C (41°F) February7°C (45°F) March12°C (54°F) April18°C (64°F) May23°C (73°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September23°C (73°F) October17°C (63°F) November10°C (50°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Zala in May

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

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 Zala

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Zala, Hungary?

Temperature range in Zala (May)

Precipitation variation in Zala (May)

Hévíz

In May Hévíz generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
226 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hévíz →

Zalakaros

In May Zalakaros generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Zalakaros →

Balatonlelle

In May Balatonlelle generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Balatonlelle →

Keszthely

In May Keszthely generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
226 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Keszthely →

Gyenesdiás

In May Gyenesdiás generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
226 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Gyenesdiás →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Zala, in Hungary.

In our records: Hungary May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Hungary in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest May day in Hungary brought 300 mm (12 in) in Szilvásvárad on May 10, 1984.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hévíz 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Balatonlelle 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Zalakaros 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Keszthely 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Gyenesdiás 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Vonyarcvashegy 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

Zala weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zala, Hungary in May?

Zala, Hungary typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Hévíz average around 23°C (73°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Zala, Hungary in May?

In Hévíz, the average daytime high in May is 23°C (73°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does Zala, Hungary get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Zala, Hungary during May, with Hévíz averaging close to 74 mm (2.9 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Zala, Hungary?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Zala, Hungary with overall perfect weather in Hévíz. 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 Hévíz. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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