May weather forecast
Bayreuth, Germany

May

Weather in May

May, being one of the wettest months in Bayreuth, with rainfall of 56mm (2.2"), increases the city's natural beauty. The combined play of rain and sun brings a unique charm to the city’s landscape. The substantial increase in temperatures from the preceding month indicates that summer is on the horizon. Outdoor activities become more appealing with longer daylight hours. Despite the rain, May is usually appreciated for its pleasantly warm days and cool nights.

Temperature

A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, adjusting from a moderate 14°C (57.2°F) in April to a still refreshing 17.3°C (63.1°F). During May, Bayreuth experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 6.4°C (43.5°F).

Humidity

In Bayreuth, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bayreuth, in May, it is raining for 18.9 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.8 rainfall days, and 555mm (21.85") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Bayreuth aggregates 10mm (0.39") of snow. In Bayreuth, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.1 days and aggregates up to 709mm (27.91") of snow.

Daylight

In Bayreuth, Germany, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 20:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 21:13 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In Bayreuth, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?
In Bayreuth, 17.3°C (63.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 6.4°C (43.5°F) is the average low-temperature during May.
What is the average humidity in May?
In Bayreuth, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.
How much does it rain in May?
In Bayreuth, Germany, in May, it is raining for 18.9 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the last month it snows?
May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Bayreuth aggregates 10mm (0.39") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Bayreuth have in May?
The average day length in May is 15h and 26min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 20:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 21:13 CEST.
How many hours of sunshine does Bayreuth have in May?
In Bayreuth, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.
How high is the UV index in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Bayreuth, Germany
Average temperature in May
Bayreuth, Germany
  • Average high temperature in May: 17.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.7°C).

Average pressure in May - Bayreuth, Germany
Average pressure in May
Bayreuth, Germany
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1015.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Bayreuth, Germany
Average wind speed in May
Bayreuth, Germany
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in May - Bayreuth, Germany
Average humidity in May
Bayreuth, Germany
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (74%).

Average rainfall in May - Bayreuth, Germany
Average rainfall in May
Bayreuth, Germany
  • Average rainfall in May: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (63mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Bayreuth, Germany
Average rainfall days in May
Bayreuth, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May - Bayreuth, Germany
Average snowfall in May
Bayreuth, Germany
  • Average snowfall in May: 10mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (219mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Bayreuth, Germany
Average snowfall days in May
Bayreuth, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bayreuth, Germany
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bayreuth, Germany
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May - Bayreuth, Germany
Average sunshine days in May
Bayreuth, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.5 days).

Average UV index in May - Bayreuth, Germany
Average UV index in May
Bayreuth, Germany
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May - Bayreuth, Germany
Average cloud cover in May
Bayreuth, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May - Bayreuth, Germany
Average visibility in May
Bayreuth, Germany
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July and August (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).

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