Berlin · May
Low seasonGermany · Europe
Max Temp
19.5°C
Min Temp
9°C
Sunshine
7.8 h/day
Rain Days
4 days
Rainfall
33.6 mm
Humidity
66%
Avg Temp
14.5°C
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May in Berlin at 20°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, and August.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 20°C, cooling to 9°C at night (daily average: 15°C). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 34 mm total.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Packing list for Berlin in May
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Pullover oder Fleece
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Berlin?
- May is not an optimal month for Berlin (Score: 74/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, and August.
- How warm is it in Berlin in May?
- In May, Berlin sees daily highs of 20°C. Nights cool to 9°C, with a daily average of 15°C.
- How much rain falls in Berlin in May?
- In May, Berlin receives an average of 34 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Berlin get in May?
- Berlin averages 8 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
