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May is a good month in Forbach

Climate Overview

Forbach, Germany in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 18.2°C (65°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 15 days this month, totalling around 111 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 20°C (69°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 112 mm across the month.

Expect around 9.9h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 12.2h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 31th, averaging 20.7°C (69°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 4°C warmer with 3 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
18°C / 10°C
Feels Like
17°C / 8°C
Rain
15 days · 111 mm
Sunshine
10.7h / day
Humidity
73% — Humid
Wind
15 km/h
Wind Direction
NNW (338°)
Gusts
36 km/h
Daylight
15.3 h
Cloud Cover
62%
Clear Sky Days
3.6
UV Index
5.5 — High
Dew Point
9°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:47
Daylight 15.2h
Sunset 21:01

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.

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

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
5°C / 0°C
Feels Like
2°C / -4°C
Rain
16days (119 mm) Wet
Sun
4.1h Fair
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
1.3 Low
Snow Days
11days
February
Poor
Temp
8°C / 1°C
Feels Like
5°C / -3°C
Rain
13days (95 mm) Wet
Sun
5.9h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
2 Low
Snow Days
5days
March
Poor
Temp
11°C / 3°C
Feels Like
8°C / -1°C
Rain
13days (87 mm) Wet
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
3.1 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
April
Fair
Temp
15°C / 5°C
Feels Like
12°C / 2°C
Rain
12days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
9.9h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
4.4 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
May
Good
Temp
18°C / 10°C
Feels Like
17°C / 8°C
Rain
15days (111 mm) Wet
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
5.5 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 14°C
Feels Like
24°C / 14°C
Rain
13days (107 mm) Wet
Sun
12h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
6.3 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 16°C
Feels Like
25°C / 16°C
Rain
13days (91 mm) Wet
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
6.2 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 16°C
Feels Like
25°C / 16°C
Rain
13days (75 mm) Wet
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
5.5 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 12°C
Feels Like
20°C / 12°C
Rain
12days (83 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
4.1 Moderate
October
Good
Temp
16°C / 9°C
Feels Like
15°C / 7°C
Rain
13days (94 mm) Wet
Sun
6.5h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
2.5 Moderate
November
Poor
Temp
10°C / 4°C
Feels Like
7°C / 1°C
Rain
14days (91 mm) Wet
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
1.4 Low
Snow Days
3days
December
Poor
Temp
7°C / 2°C
Feels Like
4°C / -2°C
Rain
15days (108 mm) Wet
Sun
3.7h Poor
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
1 Low
Snow Days
6days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 5°C / 0°C 2°C / -4°C 16days (119 mm) Wet 4.1h Fair 86% Very Muggy 1.3 Low Poor View Details
February 8°C / 1°C 5°C / -3°C 13days (95 mm) Wet 5.9h Fair 81% Humid 2 Low Poor View Details
March 11°C / 3°C 8°C / -1°C 13days (87 mm) Wet 7.9h Good 76% Humid 3.1 Moderate Poor View Details
April 15°C / 5°C 12°C / 2°C 12days (78 mm) Wet 9.9h Good 72% Muggy 4.4 Moderate Fair View Details
May 18°C / 10°C 17°C / 8°C 15days (111 mm) Wet 10.7h Excellent 73% Muggy 5.5 High Good View Details
June best 24°C / 14°C 24°C / 14°C 13days (107 mm) Wet 12h Excellent 72% Muggy 6.3 High Excellent View Details
July best 24°C / 16°C 25°C / 16°C 13days (91 mm) Wet 12.1h Excellent 69% Muggy 6.2 High Excellent View Details
August best 25°C / 16°C 25°C / 16°C 13days (75 mm) Wet 10.7h Excellent 71% Muggy 5.5 High Excellent View Details
September best 21°C / 12°C 20°C / 12°C 12days (83 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 75% Muggy 4.1 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 16°C / 9°C 15°C / 7°C 13days (94 mm) Wet 6.5h Fair 81% Humid 2.5 Moderate Good View Details
November 10°C / 4°C 7°C / 1°C 14days (91 mm) Wet 4.9h Fair 85% Humid 1.4 Low Poor View Details
December 7°C / 2°C 4°C / -2°C 15days (108 mm) Wet 3.7h Poor 87% Very Muggy 1 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

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

Packing List

Warm evening layerUmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically good for visiting Forbach, with average highs of 18°C (65°F) and around 15 rainy days. Forbach, Germany in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 18.2°C (65°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain fal
Forbach typically sees around 15 rainy days in May with 111 mm (4.4 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Forbach during May are cool at around 10°C (49°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 18°C (65°F) and lows of 10°C (49°F) in May, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Forbach. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Forbach during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Forbach gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Forbach during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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