May weather forecastSalzburg, Austria

Weather in May

May is indicative of Salzburg's welcoming late spring and heralds the start of warm weather. Rainfall peaks in May with 115mm (4.53") over 12.1 days, demonstrating the city's shift away from snow. As the fauna of Salzburg becomes vibrant with blossoming flowers, the city becomes a hub for garden tours and other outdoor activities. Longer daylight hours provide an extended timeframe for these endeavors as the city gears up for the approaching summer.

Temperature

The onset of May in Salzburg brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a refreshing 14.3°C (57.7°F) in April to a comfortable 19.9°C (67.8°F). During the nights in May, Salzburg experiences a consistent average temperature of 8.4°C (47.1°F).

Rainfall

In Salzburg, during May, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 115mm (4.53") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.7 rainfall days, and 1184mm (46.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Salzburg. May is the last month it regularly snows. Throughout May, Salzburg aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Salzburg, during the entire year, snow aggregates up to 1125mm (44.29").

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 10min.
On the first day of May in Salzburg, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 20:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 20:57 CEST.

Sunshine

In Salzburg, Austria, the average sunshine in May is 6.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in May leads to these recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.