Munich · May
Low seasonGermany · Europe
Max Temp · May
19°
at night 9° · avg 14°
- Sunshine
- 6 h/day
- Rain Days
- 9 days
above average
80 mm · changeable
In Munich, May is 6°C cooler than the warmest month (July).
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 4° | 5° | 10° | 15° | 19° | 23° | 25° | 24° | 20° | 15° | 8° | 5° |
MINMIN | -2° | -2° | 0° | 4° | 9° | 13° | 14° | 13° | 10° | 6° | 2° | -1° |
☀️Sunshine | 2h | 4h | 5h | 6h | 6h | 7h | 7h | 7h | 6h | 4h | 3h | 2h |
🌧Rain Days | 6d43mm | 4d31mm | 5d28mm | 4d35mm | 9d80mm | 7d80mm | 7d74mm | 8d74mm | 6d55mm | 5d43mm | 5d36mm | 7d45mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
May in Munich is on the cool side — with highs around 19°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 19°C, cooling to 8°C at night (daily average: 14°C). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 9 rain days (80 mm), this is one of the cloudier months.
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 Munich 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 Munich?
- May is not an optimal month for Munich (Score: 50/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider July and August.
- How warm is it in Munich in May?
- In May, Munich sees daily highs of 19°C. Nights cool to 8°C, with a daily average of 14°C.
- How much rain falls in Munich in May?
- In May, Munich receives an average of 80 mm of rain over 9 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Munich get in May?
- Munich averages 5 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
