What to pack for Vienna in May
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 68%; max daily wind around 22 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Vienna: June–September. See the full best time to visit Vienna guide.
Vienna in May: the details
In May, Vienna sees average daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) and overnight lows of 10°C (50°F). Rainfall totals roughly 84 mm across 14.2 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.1 hours per day with 15 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 68%.
In context: May is the 5th-warmest month and the second-wettest in Vienna. The sunniest month is June (12.6 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 19°C / 66°F |
| Overnight low | 10°C / 50°F |
| Rainfall | 84 mm over 14.2 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.1 h/day (15 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 68% |
| Travel score | 8.4 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Vienna, Austria (48.21, 16.37) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Vienna in May?
Daytime highs in Vienna in May average 19°C (66°F); nights drop to about 10°C.
Does it rain in Vienna in May?
Expect around 14.2 rainy days and 84 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Vienna?
May is a good month to visit Vienna. Overall travel score: 8.4/10. The best months are June–September.
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