Austria Vienna Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Vienna is Excellent
Vienna Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 22° / 10°
- Rainfall
- 65mm · 12 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Vienna in May averages a high of 22°C and low of 10°C with 65mm of rain over about 12 days. T-shirts + light cardigan. Long pants over shorts. Light jacket for evenings.
May is Excellent for Vienna.
May is full spring tilting summer. Daytime 22°C, nighttime 10°C, 15 hours daylight.
Belvedere rose garden peaks mid-late May — among Vienna's most-photographed outdoor experiences. Vienna Festival continues through late May.
Travel score
Peak spring + Vienna Festival + rose season
May Weather at a Glance
Vienna in May averages 72°F / 22°C high and 50°F / 10°C low. 7 hours sunshine, 65mm rain, 12 rainy days. Top month of the year — lilac + tulip + rose + Volksgarten + Burggarten + outdoor cafés. Sunrise 5:15 AM, sunset 8:30 PM.
May Travel Advice
Long-sleeve + T-shirt + light jacket + sneakers. Wiener Festwochen (Vienna Festival, mid-May to mid-June, classical/theater/opera, since 1951) + May 1 Labor Day public holiday + mid-May Volksgarten peak 6,000 roses + Donauinselfest (late June) preparations.
Flying In from Overseas
Asia children's-day + Buddha's Birthday holiday peak — Seoul-VIE $940-1,400 (connections). Golden Week 1.5× flights.
May Pricing Trends
Peak season — 1st district 4-star $200-350/night. Ringstraße 5-star $390-770.
Vienna May Weather Stats
Avg High
22°C
Avg Low
10°C
Rainy Days
12
65mm total
Sunshine
7.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
58%
Comfortable
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 24
Sea Temp
12°C
Cool
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
13 μg/m³
PM10
24 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
21°C
Nighttime
8°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 24 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Best weather + Belvedere roses
- Vienna Festival cultural events
- Long daylight
Cons
- Hotel rates at peak
- Tourist crowds at maximum
- Variable spring weather
May Events & Festivals
- Vienna Festival continues
- Belvedere rose garden peak bloom
- Hotel rates at peak
Vienna in May — Full Picture
May is full spring tilting summer. Daytime 22°C, nighttime 10°C, 15 hours daylight.
Belvedere rose garden peaks mid-late May — among Vienna's most-photographed outdoor experiences. Vienna Festival continues through late May.
Hotel rates at peak. The most-popular tourist month after summer.
What to Wear & What to Pack
T-shirts + light cardigan. Long pants over shorts. Light jacket for evenings.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current16.7°C
5.3°C
11.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
26.3°C
14.3°C
12/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
15°C
6.7°C
10/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
4°C
-2°C
12.7/mo
Vienna Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3° | -3° | 14d·38mm | 2h | 78% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 5° | -2° | 12d·33mm | 3h | 73% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 11° | 1° | 11d·39mm | 4.5h | 64% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 17° | 5° | 11d·47mm | 6h | 60% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 22° | 10° | 12d·65mm | 7.5h | 58% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 25° | 13° | 12d·70mm | 7.5h | 60% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 27° | 15° | 13d·80mm | 8h | 60% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 27° | 15° | 11d·70mm | 7.5h | 60% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 22° | 11° | 10d·50mm | 6h | 65% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 15° | 6° | 9d·40mm | 4.5h | 73% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 8° | 3° | 11d·50mm | 2h | 78% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 4° | -1° | 12d·45mm | 1.5h | 80% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Vienna?
Vienna in May is Excellent. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Vienna in May?
Vienna May averages a high of 22°C and a low of 10°C.
Does it rain much in Vienna in May?
Vienna May averages 65mm of rainfall over about 12 rainy days.
What should I wear in Vienna in May?
T-shirts + light cardigan. Long pants over shorts. Light jacket for evenings.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Vienna in May?
Vienna May sunrise is 05:30 and sunset is 20:40, with 15h 10m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Vienna in May?
Vienna May air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 13μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Vienna in May?
In May, Vienna is great for Belvedere roses, Vienna Festival, Wachau Valley.
Is May peak season in Vienna?
Vienna May crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.