Ilmenau in May
6.3out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 16°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
16°CAvg high
7°CAvg low
14Rainy days (84 mm)
15:16 hDaylight
05:34Sunrise · 20:51 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 16°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.7 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 | 1°C | -3°C | 57 mm | 13 | – | – | 3.7 |
| February | 3°C | -3°C | 46 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.2 |
| March | 7°C | 0°C | 59 mm | 13 | – | – | 4.7 |
| April | 12°C | 3°C | 56 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.0 |
| May | 16°C | 7°C | 84 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.3 |
| June | 19°C | 10°C | 84 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 22°C | 12°C | 95 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.0 |
| August | 22°C | 12°C | 86 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| September | 17°C | 9°C | 65 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.8 |
| October | 12°C | 5°C | 58 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.9 |
| November | 6°C | 1°C | 59 mm | 12 | – | – | 4.8 |
| December | 2°C | -2°C | 61 mm | 13 | – | – | 3.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Ilmenau in May?
Daytime highs average 16°C and nights about 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Ilmenau?
The best months are August, July, June, September.