Monthly climate guide
Munich weather in May
With highs near 17°C (63°F) and lows around 7°C (45°F), May feels mild in Munich. Rainfall averages about 135 mm (wet) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than April and 4°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Munich is usually about 4°C warmer than Füssen, 90 km away, in May.
- Temperatures are climbing — June is around 4°C warmer.
- It's wetter than a typical month in Munich — roughly 42% more rain than average.
- May brings late spring to Munich.
Avg high
17°C
63°F
Avg low
7°C
45°F
Rainfall
135 mm
wet
Humidity
78%
relative
Sky
71%
cloud · often cloudy
Munich weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 37°F | -4°C / 25°F | 92 mm | 91% | 85% |
| February | 4°C / 39°F | -4°C / 26°F | 57 mm | 87% | 77% |
| March | 9°C / 49°F | 0°C / 32°F | 57 mm | 82% | 64% |
| April | 14°C / 58°F | 4°C / 38°F | 63 mm | 77% | 66% |
| May | 17°C / 63°F | 7°C / 45°F | 135 mm | 78% | 71% |
| June | 21°C / 71°F | 12°C / 53°F | 155 mm | 78% | 67% |
| July | 23°C / 74°F | 14°C / 56°F | 136 mm | 77% | 64% |
| August | 24°C / 74°F | 14°C / 56°F | 141 mm | 78% | 60% |
| September | 19°C / 66°F | 9°C / 49°F | 100 mm | 82% | 63% |
| October | 14°C / 58°F | 5°C / 41°F | 88 mm | 86% | 73% |
| November | 9°C / 48°F | 1°C / 34°F | 52 mm | 89% | 81% |
| December | 4°C / 40°F | -2°C / 29°F | 68 mm | 90% | 82% |
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 Munich?
Our Munich guide recommends: May to September, or late September for the start of Oktoberfest.
Oktoberfest actually starts in mid-September — book accommodation many months ahead if visiting during the festival.
Best time to visit Munich →Other Germany cities in May
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Munich in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Munich?
May is one of the wetter months in Munich, with about 135 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Munich in May?
Average highs are about 17°C (63°F) and average lows about 7°C (45°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Munich in May?
Munich typically gets around 135 mm of rain in May — wet.
When is the best time to visit Munich?
May to September, or late September for the start of Oktoberfest.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Munich (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.