Germany in May
Warm, green and full of long weekends that empty the cities and fill the countryside.
Is May a good time to visit Germany?
May sits mid-range in Germany — around 68/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
Book things to do
Germany: tours and tickets in Berlin, Munich, from our booking partner.
Free cancellationBerlin Guided Tour
from€14
Free Walking Tour of Berlin
Free Walking Tour of Munich
Free cancellationNeuschwanstein Castle & Linderhof Palace Day Trip
from€76
Free cancellationSachsenhausen Concentration Camp Tour
from€20
Free cancellationMunich Third Reich Tour
from€17
What closes and what fills up in May
- 1 May public holiday
- Ascension and Whitsun (movable)
Germany city by city in May
The same month can feel very different depending where you are.
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How May compares across the year
Frequently asked questions
Is May a good month to visit Germany?
May sits mid-range in Germany — around 68/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
How busy is Germany in May?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Germany sits near 68/100 in May. The calmest of them is Munich.
What is the weather like in Germany in May?
Expect average highs near 19°C and lows near 9°C, with roughly 11 wet days — though Germany varies by region.