May weather forecast
Germany

May in Germany is the gateway to summer, marked by a significant warm-up and the countryside bursting into full bloom. The month witnesses a general increase in temperatures, with daytime readings frequently ranging from 12.8°C (55°F) to highs of 21.1°C (70°F). This warming trend is uniform across the country, minimizing the earlier pronounced east-west temperature disparities.

Cities lying alongside rivers, such as Frankfurt along the Main and Cologne near the Rhine, often exude a vibrant atmosphere, with the water bodies reflecting the clear blue skies of late spring. Moreover, the coastal regions, including cities like Kiel, experience a pleasant maritime touch, further elevating the mild temperatures.

Rainfall becomes more prevalent in May, but it is usually moderate in nature. The lowlands register this moderate precipitation, while the mountainous areas, particularly the Alps, can still receive heavier bouts of rain. Notably, thunderstorms can occasionally punctuate the otherwise temperate climate, especially in the latter part of the month.

While May brings with it warmth and extended daylight, its nights remain cozy, particularly near the northern coasts. Compared to April, the temperatures in May are consistently warmer, heralding the imminent arrival of the peak summer months. The transformation from the refreshingly cool climate of April to the warmer ambience of May makes this month one of the most inviting times for outdoor activities and exploration in Germany.

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• Berlin - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Berlin, sunrise is at 04:49 and sunset at 21:18 CEST. The shift into May in Berlin is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from 15.5°C (59.9°F) in April to a still refreshing 19°C (66.2°F).
• Hamburg - May »
  A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in May in Hamburg, with temperatures adjusting from a moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F) in April to a comfortable 16.8°C (62.2°F). In Hamburg, in May, during 18 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Munich - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Munich, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 21:04 CEST. May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 55%, are the least humid months in Munich, Germany.
• Cologne - May »
  The months with the most sunshine in Cologne are May through July, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine. In Cologne during May, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.
• Frankfurt - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Frankfurt, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 21:24 CEST. On the last day of May, in Frankfurt sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 21:24 CEST.
• Stuttgart - May »
  In Stuttgart in May, during 17 rainfall days, 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of May in Stuttgart sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 20:37.
• Düsseldorf - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Düsseldorf sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 21:38 CEST. In Düsseldorf in May, during 13.2 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Dortmund - May »
  In Dortmund, in May, during 18.4 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In May, in Dortmund the rain falls for 18.4 days.
• Essen - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Essen sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 21:37 CEST. In Essen, Germany, in May, during 10.4 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Leipzig - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Leipzig, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 21:15 CEST. In Leipzig, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.2 days and collects up to 257mm (10.12") of precipitation.
• Bremen - May »
  In Bremen during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation. In Bremen, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation.
• Dresden - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Dresden, sunrise is at 04:55 and sunset at 21:09 CEST. In Dresden, Germany, in May, during 15.9 rainfall days, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated.