Temperatures in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Austria with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 10°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Austria in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Austria with mild temperatures, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights close to 7°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 18°C, with nights close to 8°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Austria will be around 21°C, with nights close to 10°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 91 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. Of the total precipitation, about 3,4 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance is 48% per day this month. Though it seems average, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher, others lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Austria. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Austria in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
19°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
22°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
14°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
91 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
15 days | 8 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
3,4 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
2 days | 0 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Austria?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Austria. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Austria in May
With 30°C, Austria hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -2°C to a high of 15°C.
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The climate of Austria is based on weather data from Innsbruck. Other spots, like Tyrol, Vienna or Salzburg, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Austria for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in May in Austria
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Austria, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in May in Austria
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Daily Precipitation in May in Austria
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Austria, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 15 days of rain in Austria.
Daily Snowfall in May in Austria
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Austria, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV Index in May in Austria
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Austria, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Austria Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Austria, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Austria Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Austria, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Austria per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Austria, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in May for Austria
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Weather experiences in May in Austria
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Average Weather in Austria by Month
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