Sylt · May
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 5° (40°) | 5° (40°) | 7° (45°) | 12° (53°) | 15° (59°) | 19° (65°) | 21° (69°) | 21° (69°) | 18° (65°) | 14° (57°) | 9° (48°) | 6° (43°) |
MINMIN | 2° (34°) | 1° (34°) | 2° (36°) | 5° (41°) | 9° (48°) | 13° (54°) | 15° (59°) | 15° (59°) | 13° (55°) | 9° (49°) | 6° (42°) | 3° (37°) |
☀️Sunshine | 1h UV 1 | 3h UV 2 | 5h UV 4 | 8h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 5 | 3h UV 3 | 2h UV 1 | 1h UV 1 |
🌊Water Temp | 4° (40°) | 4° (38°) | 5° (40°) | 8° (45°) | 12° (53°) | 16° (60°) | 19° (65°) | 20° (67°) | 17° (63°) | 14° (56°) | 10° (49°) | 7° (43°) |
🌧Rain Days | 10d61mm (2.4") | 7d46mm (1.8") | 7d41mm (1.6") | 6d37mm (1.5") | 7d52mm (2.0") | 7d63mm (2.5") | 9d72mm (2.8") | 10d96mm (3.8") | 10d86mm (3.4") | 11d89mm (3.5") | 11d78mm (3.1") | 10d72mm (2.8") |
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 Sylt — with 8 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 15°C (59°F).
Daytime temperatures reach up to 15°C (59°F), cooling to 9°C (48°F) at night (daily average: 12°C (54°F)). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 7 rain days with 52 mm (2.0 in) total. At 12°C (54°F), the water is still quite cool in May — a wetsuit may be useful.
Layer up — warm days and cool evenings alternate. Perfect timing for hikes and sightseeing.
Packing list for Sylt in May
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Sylt?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Sylt (Climate Score: 65/100). Pleasant temperatures (15°C (59°F)), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (7) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Sylt in May?
- In May, Sylt sees daily highs of 15°C (59°F). Nights cool to 9°C (48°F), with a daily average of 12°C (54°F).
- How much rain falls in Sylt in May?
- In May, Sylt receives an average of 52 mm (2.0 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Sylt get in May?
- Sylt averages 8 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Sylt in May?
- Water temperature in Sylt in May averages 12°C (54°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
