Monthly climate guide
Freiburg im Breisgau weather in May
Expect mild weather in Freiburg im Breisgau in May: afternoons reach about 17°C (62°F), while nights drop to around 6°C (44°F). Around 130 mm of rain falls over the month (wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than April and 4°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Freiburg im Breisgau is usually about 4°C cooler than Baden-Baden, 90 km away, in May.
- In Freiburg im Breisgau, May is late spring.
- Temperatures are climbing — June is around 4°C warmer.
Avg high
17°C
62°F
Avg low
6°C
44°F
Rainfall
130 mm
wet
Humidity
80%
relative
Sky
69%
cloud · often cloudy
Freiburg im Breisgau weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C / 36°F | -3°C / 26°F | 128 mm | 95% | 80% |
| February | 3°C / 37°F | -4°C / 25°F | 88 mm | 93% | 73% |
| March | 9°C / 47°F | -1°C / 31°F | 77 mm | 85% | 62% |
| April | 14°C / 56°F | 3°C / 37°F | 84 mm | 80% | 65% |
| May | 17°C / 62°F | 6°C / 44°F | 130 mm | 80% | 69% |
| June | 21°C / 69°F | 11°C / 51°F | 128 mm | 79% | 65% |
| July | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 54°F | 121 mm | 78% | 57% |
| August | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 54°F | 110 mm | 80% | 57% |
| September | 19°C / 65°F | 9°C / 47°F | 87 mm | 82% | 57% |
| October | 14°C / 56°F | 5°C / 41°F | 112 mm | 88% | 69% |
| November | 8°C / 46°F | 1°C / 34°F | 100 mm | 92% | 77% |
| December | 3°C / 38°F | -2°C / 29°F | 139 mm | 95% | 77% |
What to pack for May
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is May a good time to visit Freiburg im Breisgau?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Freiburg im Breisgau →Other Germany cities in May
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Freiburg im Breisgau in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Freiburg im Breisgau?
May is one of the wetter months in Freiburg im Breisgau, with about 130 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Freiburg im Breisgau in May?
Average highs are about 17°C (62°F) and average lows about 6°C (44°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Freiburg im Breisgau in May?
Freiburg im Breisgau typically gets around 130 mm of rain in May — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Freiburg im Breisgau (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.