Denmark (Bornholm) · May
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 4° (39°) | 4° (38°) | 6° (42°) | 10° (49°) | 15° (58°) | 19° (66°) | 21° (70°) | 21° (70°) | 18° (64°) | 13° (55°) | 9° (47°) | 6° (42°) |
MINMIN | 1° (34°) | 1° (33°) | 1° (34°) | 4° (39°) | 9° (47°) | 13° (55°) | 16° (60°) | 16° (60°) | 13° (55°) | 9° (49°) | 6° (42°) | 3° (37°) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 1 | 4h UV 3 | 6h UV 4 | 10h UV 6 | 11h UV 7 | 12h UV 7 | 11h UV 7 | 9h UV 6 | 7h UV 5 | 4h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 1h UV 1 |
🌊Water Temp | 4° (40°) | 3° (38°) | 4° (38°) | 6° (42°) | 10° (49°) | 14° (57°) | 18° (63°) | 19° (66°) | 17° (61°) | 13° (55°) | 10° (49°) | 7° (43°) |
🌧Rain Days | 9d58mm (2.3") | 6d42mm (1.7") | 5d34mm (1.3") | 3d24mm (1.0") | 4d33mm (1.3") | 5d39mm (1.6") | 8d77mm (3.0") | 8d77mm (3.0") | 6d53mm (2.1") | 8d59mm (2.3") | 9d68mm (2.7") | 10d64mm (2.5") |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May in Denmark (Bornholm) at 14°C (57°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, August, and September.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 14°C (57°F), cooling to 8°C (46°F) at night (daily average: 11°C (52°F)). With 11 sunshine hours per day, May is one of the sunniest months — 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain over 4 days. At 9°C (48°F), the water is still quite cool in May — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Denmark (Bornholm) in May
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Denmark (Bornholm)?
- May is not an optimal month for Denmark (Bornholm) (Score: 71/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Denmark (Bornholm) in May?
- In May, Denmark (Bornholm) sees daily highs of 14°C (57°F). Nights cool to 8°C (46°F), with a daily average of 11°C (52°F).
- How much rain falls in Denmark (Bornholm) in May?
- In May, Denmark (Bornholm) receives an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Denmark (Bornholm) get in May?
- Denmark (Bornholm) averages 11 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Denmark (Bornholm) in May?
- Water temperature in Denmark (Bornholm) in May averages 9°C (48°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
