Carinthia · May
Best travel monthTravel seasonAustria · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 2° | 6° | 12° | 17° | 21° | 25° | 27° | 26° | 21° | 16° | 8° | 2° |
MINMIN | -5° | -3° | 0° | 5° | 9° | 14° | 15° | 15° | 11° | 6° | 2° | -3° |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 2 | 4h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 4h UV 4 | 2h UV 2 | 2h UV 2 |
🌧Rain Days | 3d34mm | 4d40mm | 4d46mm | 6d57mm | 9d101mm | 8d101mm | 9d122mm | 9d143mm | 8d128mm | 6d90mm | 6d83mm | 5d52mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
May is one of the best months to visit Carinthia — with 6 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 20°C.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 20°C, cooling to 9°C at night (daily average: 15°C). The sun shines an average of 6 hours per day; there are 9 rain days with 101 mm total.
Layer up — warm days and cool evenings alternate. Perfect timing for hikes and sightseeing.
Packing list for Carinthia in May
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Pullover oder Fleece
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Carinthia?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Carinthia (Climate Score: 52/100). Pleasant temperatures (20°C), good sunshine (6 h/day), and few rain days (9) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Carinthia in May?
- In May, Carinthia sees daily highs of 20°C. Nights cool to 9°C, with a daily average of 15°C.
- How much rain falls in Carinthia in May?
- In May, Carinthia receives an average of 101 mm of rain over 9 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Carinthia get in May?
- Carinthia averages 6 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
