Monthly climate guide
Vienna weather in May
Expect mild weather in Vienna in May: afternoons reach about 19°C (67°F), while nights drop to around 9°C (48°F). Around 97 mm of rain falls over the month (wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than April and 5°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- May brings late spring to Vienna.
- Rain is above Vienna's usual level, by about 60%.
- Just 150 km apart, but Vienna runs about 3°C warmer than Linz this month.
- Check the hourly forecast before heading to Belvedere Palace — showers are likely.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
19°C
67°F
Avg low
9°C
48°F
Rainfall
97 mm
wet
Humidity
71%
relative
Sky
64%
cloud · often cloudy
Vienna weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 37°F | -3°C / 26°F | 42 mm | 89% | 81% |
| February | 5°C / 40°F | -3°C / 26°F | 39 mm | 85% | 75% |
| March | 10°C / 50°F | 0°C / 32°F | 35 mm | 78% | 63% |
| April | 16°C / 61°F | 5°C / 40°F | 39 mm | 71% | 59% |
| May | 19°C / 67°F | 9°C / 48°F | 97 mm | 71% | 64% |
| June | 24°C / 76°F | 13°C / 56°F | 85 mm | 66% | 62% |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 15°C / 60°F | 89 mm | 63% | 60% |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 15°C / 59°F | 76 mm | 63% | 53% |
| September | 21°C / 71°F | 11°C / 51°F | 80 mm | 70% | 60% |
| October | 15°C / 60°F | 6°C / 42°F | 62 mm | 80% | 68% |
| November | 9°C / 48°F | 2°C / 35°F | 42 mm | 88% | 75% |
| December | 4°C / 40°F | -2°C / 29°F | 40 mm | 89% | 80% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is May a good time to visit Vienna?
Our Vienna guide recommends: April to June or September to October, or December for the Christmas markets.
Sit down at a traditional Viennese coffee house (Café Central, Café Sacher) rather than grabbing coffee to go — it's a genuine part of the culture, not just a tourist stop.
Best time to visit Vienna →Other Austria cities in May
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Vienna in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Vienna?
May is one of the wetter months in Vienna, with about 97 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Vienna in May?
Average highs are about 19°C (67°F) and average lows about 9°C (48°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Vienna in May?
Vienna typically gets around 97 mm of rain in May — wet. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Vienna?
April to June or September to October, or December for the Christmas markets.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Vienna (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.