May weather forecast
Berlin, Germany

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The lit Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany
The lit Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany

Weather in May

May brings with it the promise of summer in the city of Berlin. The onset of warm weather, expanding daylight hours and blooming flora set the stage for the arrival of the tourist season. The average temperature reaches up to 19°C (66.2°F), encouraging both locals and tourists to venture outdoors and appreciate the city's beauty. Intermittent rain showers grace the city, nowhere near dampening the city's lively energy. Consequently, May signals the start of open-air activities.

Temperature

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). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature in Berlin falls to an average of 8.9°C (48°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Berlin, Germany, is 68%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout May, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is accumulated. In Berlin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.3 days and collects up to 285mm (11.22") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Berlin, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 47min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 20:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:49 and sunset at 21:18 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Jan 24, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Berlin?

In Berlin, 19°C (66.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 8.9°C (48°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Berlin?

In May, the average relative humidity in Berlin is 68%.

How much does it rain in Berlin in May?

In Berlin, Germany, in May, during 12.9 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Berlin?

In Berlin, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Berlin in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Berlin?

In May, the average day length is 15h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Berlin?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 20:33. On the last day of the month, in Berlin, sunrise is at 04:49 and sunset at 21:18 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Berlin?

The average sunshine duration in May in Berlin is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Berlin?

The months with the highest UV index in Berlin are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Berlin?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover

Average temperature in May
Berlin, Germany

Average temperature in May - Berlin, Germany
  • Average high temperature in May: 19°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 (2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 8.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.9°C).

Average pressure in May
Berlin, Germany

Average pressure in May - Berlin, Germany
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and October (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Berlin, Germany

Average wind speed in May - Berlin, Germany
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Berlin, Germany

Average humidity in May - Berlin, Germany
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in May
Berlin, Germany

Average rainfall in May - Berlin, Germany
  • Average rainfall in May: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (11mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Berlin, Germany

Average rainfall days in May - Berlin, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Berlin, Germany

Average snowfall in May - Berlin, Germany
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (44mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Berlin, Germany

Average snowfall days in May - Berlin, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Berlin, Germany

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Berlin, Germany
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Berlin, Germany

Average sunshine days in May - Berlin, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Berlin, Germany

Average UV index in May - Berlin, Germany
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Berlin, Germany

Average cloud cover in May - Berlin, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Berlin, Germany

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

The months with the highest visibility are June and August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

Berlin, Germany

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