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May is a good month in Bernstein

Climate Overview

Bernstein, Austria in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 16.8°C (62°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 16 days this month, totalling around 109 mm.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 16°C (61°F) at the start to 19°C (65°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 109 mm across the month.

Expect around 10.0h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 11.0h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 29th, averaging 18.7°C (66°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 3°C warmer with 7 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
17°C / 8°C
Feels Like
15°C / 6°C
Rain
16 days · 109 mm
Sunshine
10.3h / day
Humidity
72% — Humid
Wind
15 km/h
Wind Direction
NW (311°)
Gusts
38 km/h
Daylight
15.1 h
Cloud Cover
65%
Clear Sky Days
1.9
UV Index
5.5 — High
Dew Point
8°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:20
Daylight 15.1h
Sunset 20:25

What to Expect

Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
3°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -8°C
Rain
9days (33 mm) Wet
Sun
5.2h Fair
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
9days
February
Poor
Temp
6°C / -2°C
Feels Like
2°C / -6°C
Rain
8days (34 mm) Wet
Sun
6.5h Fair
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
2.2 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
March
Poor
Temp
9°C / 0°C
Feels Like
5°C / -4°C
Rain
8days (41 mm) Wet
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
3.5 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
April
Fair
Temp
13°C / 4°C
Feels Like
10°C / 1°C
Rain
9days (58 mm) Wet
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
4.9 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
May
Good
Temp
17°C / 8°C
Feels Like
15°C / 6°C
Rain
16days (109 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
5.5 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 14°C
Feels Like
23°C / 13°C
Rain
13days (99 mm) Wet
Sun
12h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
6.3 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 15°C
Feels Like
24°C / 15°C
Rain
15days (92 mm) Wet
Sun
11.9h Excellent
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
6.2 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 15°C
Feels Like
24°C / 15°C
Rain
14days (103 mm) Wet
Sun
11h Excellent
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
5.5 High
September best
Good
Temp
19°C / 11°C
Feels Like
18°C / 9°C
Rain
12days (102 mm) Wet
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
4.1 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
14°C / 6°C
Feels Like
12°C / 4°C
Rain
9days (57 mm) Wet
Sun
7.1h Good
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
2.8 Moderate
November
Poor
Temp
7°C / 1°C
Feels Like
4°C / -2°C
Rain
9days (57 mm) Wet
Sun
5.1h Fair
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
1.8 Low
Snow Days
4days
December
Poor
Temp
3°C / -2°C
Feels Like
0°C / -6°C
Rain
8days (43 mm) Wet
Sun
4.5h Fair
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
1.2 Low
Snow Days
7days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 3°C / -4°C -1°C / -8°C 9days (33 mm) Wet 5.2h Fair 80% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details
February 6°C / -2°C 2°C / -6°C 8days (34 mm) Wet 6.5h Fair 76% Humid 2.2 Moderate Poor View Details
March 9°C / 0°C 5°C / -4°C 8days (41 mm) Wet 8.4h Good 70% Muggy 3.5 Moderate Poor View Details
April 13°C / 4°C 10°C / 1°C 9days (58 mm) Wet 9.8h Good 66% Muggy 4.9 Moderate Fair View Details
May 17°C / 8°C 15°C / 6°C 16days (109 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 72% Muggy 5.5 High Good View Details
June best 23°C / 14°C 23°C / 13°C 13days (99 mm) Wet 12h Excellent 69% Muggy 6.3 High Excellent View Details
July best 24°C / 15°C 24°C / 15°C 15days (92 mm) Wet 11.9h Excellent 67% Muggy 6.2 High Excellent View Details
August best 24°C / 15°C 24°C / 15°C 14days (103 mm) Wet 11h Excellent 70% Muggy 5.5 High Excellent View Details
September best 19°C / 11°C 18°C / 9°C 12days (102 mm) Wet 8.9h Good 75% Muggy 4.1 Moderate Good View Details
October 14°C / 6°C 12°C / 4°C 9days (57 mm) Wet 7.1h Good 80% Humid 2.8 Moderate Fair View Details
November 7°C / 1°C 4°C / -2°C 9days (57 mm) Wet 5.1h Fair 85% Humid 1.8 Low Poor View Details
December 3°C / -2°C 0°C / -6°C 8days (43 mm) Wet 4.5h Fair 84% Humid 1.2 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Bundle up with a warm coat, scarf, and closed-toe shoes. Thermal layers underneath give flexibility between indoors and outdoors.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Layered clothingLight jacketUmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically good for visiting Bernstein, with average highs of 17°C (62°F) and around 16 rainy days. Bernstein, Austria in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 16.8°C (62°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain f
Bernstein typically sees around 16 rainy days in May with 109 mm (4.3 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Bernstein during May are cool at around 8°C (46°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 17°C (62°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) in May, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Bernstein. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Bernstein during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Bernstein gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Bernstein during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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