Hanover in May
7.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
14°CAvg low
12Rainy days (97 mm)
14:09 hDaylight
05:59Sunrise · 20:08 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.9 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C | -2°C | 80 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.0 |
| February | 7°C | -1°C | 74 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.3 |
| March | 12°C | 3°C | 102 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.0 |
| April | 19°C | 8°C | 90 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.1 |
| May | 23°C | 14°C | 97 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| June | 28°C | 19°C | 95 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 30°C | 21°C | 108 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.9 |
| August | 29°C | 21°C | 95 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| September | 26°C | 17°C | 115 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.6 |
| October | 19°C | 10°C | 92 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.6 |
| November | 13°C | 5°C | 77 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.6 |
| December | 8°C | 1°C | 94 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Hanover in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 14°C.
When is the best time to visit Hanover?
The best months are September, October, August, May.