What May feels like in Salzburg
May is late spring in Salzburg. Daytime temperatures are mild — neither cold nor hot for walking around. Evenings bring a clear drop in temperature, and nights are cool. Moist air is typical, yet it seldom feels heavy at this time of year.
Rain in Salzburg in May
Rain is part of normal life this month, falling on most days. Rain tends to come in heavy bursts: about 10.1 mm (0.4 in) on an average rainy day. The yearly figure is similar, around 8.8 mm per wet day. May is Salzburg's wettest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in May
In mid-May, sunrise is at about 5:31 am and sunset at about 8:37 pm (local time) — 15 h 6 min of daylight. The days are stretching out — 1 h 31 min more daylight than mid-April. Measured sunshine covers about 64% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How May compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, May comes out as the 5th warmest month in Salzburg. Against April, the average high is 3.2°C (5.8°F) higher, with 98 mm more rain. Temperatures keep climbing into June. June averages a high of 22.7°C (72.9°F).
Who May suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — rain interrupts outdoor plans.
- Hiking: less ideal — wet trails.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Salzburg in May
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Salzburg in May?
Afternoons average 18.5°C (65.3°F) and nights about 8.2°C (46.8°F) — mild by most people's standards. It is the 5th warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Salzburg in May?
Quite a lot — 201 mm spread over about 20 days.
What should I wear in Salzburg in May?
Pack versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is May or June better for visiting Salzburg?
June scores better on our climate ranking (#5 of 12 vs #7), rated Good against Fair. June is warmer and has fewer rainy days.