May weather forecast
Dortmund, Germany

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Weather in May

May ushers in a notably warmer period in Dortmund with a tangible shift in the atmosphere. An average high temperature of 17.7°C (63.9°F) is expected this month. A surge of nature’s beauty can be seen during May with the city dressed in vivid hues of green and blooming flowers. Cloud cover decreases, offering clearer skies and more sunshine hours, making outdoor activities more pleasant. May can often be perceived as a joyful prelude to the encroaching summer season.

Temperature

Dortmund, Germany, measures an average high-temperature of a comfortable 17.7°C (63.9°F) in May, nearly consistent with the preceding month. Dortmund's average low-temperature in the month of May is recorded at a chilly 8.2°C (46.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Dortmund, during May, the rain falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 199.5 rainfall days, and 608mm (23.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Dortmund.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Dortmund is 15h and 38min.
On the first day of May in Dortmund, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 20:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 21:37 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Dortmund is 8.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Dortmund is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Dortmund in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Dortmund, is 17.7°C (63.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 8.2°C (46.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Dortmund?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in Dortmund in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout May, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Dortmund?

In Dortmund, Germany, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Dortmund in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dortmund have in May?

In Dortmund, Germany, the average day length in May is 15h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Dortmund?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 20:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 21:37 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Dortmund?

The average sunshine duration in May in Dortmund is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Dortmund?

In Dortmund, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dortmund, Germany

Average temperature in May - Dortmund, Germany
  • Average high temperature in May: 17.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 8.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Dortmund, Germany

Average pressure in May - Dortmund, Germany
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Dortmund, Germany

Average wind speed in May - Dortmund, Germany
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Dortmund, Germany

Average humidity in May - Dortmund, Germany
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Dortmund, Germany

Average rainfall in May - Dortmund, Germany
  • Average rainfall in May: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (31mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Dortmund, Germany

Average rainfall days in May - Dortmund, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dortmund, Germany

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (71mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Dortmund, Germany

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Dortmund, Germany

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dortmund, Germany
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dortmund, Germany

Average sunshine days in May - Dortmund, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Dortmund, Germany

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Dortmund, Germany

Average cloud cover in May - Dortmund, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Dortmund, Germany

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, October, November and December (8km).

Dortmund, Germany

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