Monthly climate guide
Nürnberg weather in May
With highs near 18°C (65°F) and lows around 7°C (45°F), May feels mild in Nürnberg. Rainfall averages about 71 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than April and 4°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 11°C apart.
- It warms up quickly from here: by June highs are about 5°C higher.
- Compared with Westerland, Nürnberg runs roughly 6°C warmer this month.
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Nürnberg.
Avg high
18°C
65°F
Avg low
7°C
45°F
Rainfall
71 mm
some rain
Humidity
73%
relative
Sky
70%
cloud · often cloudy
Nürnberg 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 | 62 mm | 94% | 84% |
| February | 4°C / 39°F | -3°C / 26°F | 40 mm | 89% | 75% |
| March | 9°C / 48°F | 0°C / 31°F | 37 mm | 83% | 66% |
| April | 15°C / 58°F | 4°C / 38°F | 33 mm | 76% | 65% |
| May | 18°C / 65°F | 7°C / 45°F | 71 mm | 73% | 70% |
| June | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 53°F | 76 mm | 70% | 68% |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 14°C / 57°F | 74 mm | 64% | 65% |
| August | 26°C / 78°F | 14°C / 57°F | 68 mm | 65% | 62% |
| September | 21°C / 69°F | 9°C / 49°F | 53 mm | 71% | 64% |
| October | 15°C / 58°F | 5°C / 42°F | 50 mm | 83% | 72% |
| November | 8°C / 46°F | 1°C / 34°F | 49 mm | 91% | 80% |
| December | 4°C / 39°F | -1°C / 30°F | 62 mm | 94% | 84% |
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 Nürnberg?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Nürnberg →Other Germany cities in May
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Nürnberg in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Nürnberg?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Nürnberg, with highs around 18°C and about 71 mm of rain.
How warm is Nürnberg in May?
Average highs are about 18°C (65°F) and average lows about 7°C (45°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Nürnberg in May?
Nürnberg typically gets around 71 mm of rain in May — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Nürnberg (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.