Monthly climate guide
Berlin weather in May
Expect mild weather in Berlin in May: afternoons reach about 20°C (67°F), while nights drop to around 8°C (47°F). Around 47 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 5°C warmer than April and 5°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Berlin.
- Temperatures are climbing — June is around 5°C warmer.
- Good walking weather for combining Museum Island and Brandenburg Gate in one day.
- Berlin is usually about 2°C warmer than Dresden, 160 km away, in May.
Avg high
20°C
67°F
Avg low
8°C
47°F
Rainfall
47 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
71%
relative
Sky
65%
cloud · often cloudy
Berlin weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 37°F | -2°C / 28°F | 56 mm | 93% | 81% |
| February | 4°C / 40°F | -2°C / 28°F | 35 mm | 90% | 74% |
| March | 9°C / 48°F | 0°C / 32°F | 37 mm | 85% | 68% |
| April | 15°C / 59°F | 4°C / 39°F | 26 mm | 77% | 62% |
| May | 20°C / 67°F | 8°C / 47°F | 47 mm | 71% | 65% |
| June | 24°C / 75°F | 13°C / 55°F | 67 mm | 65% | 67% |
| July | 26°C / 78°F | 15°C / 58°F | 86 mm | 66% | 66% |
| August | 26°C / 78°F | 15°C / 58°F | 49 mm | 65% | 64% |
| September | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 51°F | 40 mm | 71% | 64% |
| October | 15°C / 59°F | 7°C / 44°F | 53 mm | 83% | 71% |
| November | 8°C / 47°F | 2°C / 36°F | 40 mm | 92% | 76% |
| December | 5°C / 40°F | 0°C / 32°F | 48 mm | 94% | 81% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May a good time to visit Berlin?
Our Berlin guide recommends: May to September for warm, long days; the Christmas markets make December worthwhile too.
Many of Berlin's major museums are free or discounted on the first Sunday of the month at participating venues.
Best time to visit Berlin →Other Germany cities in May
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Berlin in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Berlin?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Berlin, with highs around 20°C and about 47 mm of rain.
How warm is Berlin in May?
Average highs are about 20°C (67°F) and average lows about 8°C (47°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Berlin in May?
Berlin typically gets around 47 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
When is the best time to visit Berlin?
May to September for warm, long days; the Christmas markets make December worthwhile too.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Berlin (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.