Monthly climate guide
Aarhus weather in May
With highs near 15°C (60°F) and lows around 7°C (45°F), May feels mild in Aarhus. Rainfall averages about 51 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 5°C warmer than April and 3°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
- In Aarhus, May is late spring.
- Just 180 km apart, but Aarhus runs about 2°C warmer than Skagen this month.
Avg high
15°C
60°F
Avg low
7°C
45°F
Rainfall
51 mm
some rain
Humidity
81%
relative
Sky
60%
cloud · often cloudy
Aarhus weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 37°F | 0°C / 31°F | 64 mm | 94% | 85% |
| February | 3°C / 38°F | -1°C / 31°F | 49 mm | 92% | 83% |
| March | 6°C / 43°F | 1°C / 33°F | 46 mm | 88% | 75% |
| April | 11°C / 51°F | 3°C / 38°F | 41 mm | 83% | 62% |
| May | 15°C / 60°F | 7°C / 45°F | 51 mm | 81% | 60% |
| June | 19°C / 65°F | 11°C / 51°F | 74 mm | 81% | 63% |
| July | 20°C / 69°F | 13°C / 55°F | 75 mm | 82% | 64% |
| August | 20°C / 68°F | 13°C / 55°F | 80 mm | 83% | 65% |
| September | 17°C / 63°F | 11°C / 51°F | 79 mm | 86% | 67% |
| October | 13°C / 55°F | 8°C / 46°F | 91 mm | 90% | 74% |
| November | 8°C / 46°F | 4°C / 40°F | 68 mm | 94% | 80% |
| December | 5°C / 41°F | 2°C / 35°F | 73 mm | 95% | 83% |
What to pack for May
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May a good time to visit Aarhus?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Aarhus →Other Denmark cities in May
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Aarhus in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Aarhus?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Aarhus, with highs around 15°C and about 51 mm of rain.
How warm is Aarhus in May?
Average highs are about 15°C (60°F) and average lows about 7°C (45°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Aarhus in May?
Aarhus typically gets around 51 mm of rain in May — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Aarhus (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.