May weather forecastLeipzig, Germany

May

Weather in May

In May, Leipzig experiences a more substantial increase in temperatures, providing a gentle preamble to the upcoming summer season. This is the month with the highest relative humidity, which oftentimes facilitates a sticky atmosphere. Extended hours of sunshine fulfill the conditions essential for outdoor activities. The pressure gradients are generally stable, resulting in calm wind conditions. The greenery in Leipzig flourishes under these conditions, providing a picturesque landscape throughout the city.

Temperature

May in Leipzig witnesses a subtle temperature ascent, adjusting from a moderate 15.3°C (59.5°F) in April to a comfortable 18.3°C (64.9°F). Leipzig's temperature lowers to a mean of 7.8°C (46°F) during the nights in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Leipzig is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout May, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Leipzig, there are 125.2 rainfall days, and 257mm (10.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Leipzig is 15h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 20:33. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 04:59 and sunset at 21:16 CEST.

Sunshine

In Leipzig, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Leipzig, is 18.3°C (64.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 7.8°C (46°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Leipzig, Germany, is 75%.

In Leipzig, in May, during 9.8 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

May through October are months without snowfall.

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

In Leipzig, the average day length in May is 15h and 37min.

On the first day of May in Leipzig, Germany, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 20:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:59 and sunset at 21:16 CEST.

In Leipzig, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Leipzig, Germany, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

15.3°C

18.3°C

22.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.9km/h

12.5km/h

12.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.4

18.7

15.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Leipzig, Germany

Average high temperature in May: 18.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.4°C).

Average low temperature in May: 7.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Leipzig, Germany

Average pressure in May: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Leipzig, Germany

Average wind speed in May: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Leipzig, Germany

Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Leipzig, Germany

Average rainfall in May: 24mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (30mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (10mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Leipzig, Germany

Average rainfall days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Leipzig, Germany

Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (31mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Leipzig, Germany

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Leipzig, Germany

Average daylight in May: 15h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).