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Dusseldorf in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Dusseldorf in May and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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May

Weather in Dusseldorf in May 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
Weather for Dusseldorf in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +64°F during the day, and approximately 7 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 15 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 59 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+64°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
59 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dusseldorf has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Dusseldorf in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dusseldorf for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in May is +68°F with a maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +37°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +77°F.

Is Dusseldorf warm or cold in May?

Dusseldorf is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +57°F to +64°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +43°F to +48°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Dusseldorf:

Climate in Dusseldorf in May

Dusseldorf weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+57°F+64°F+70°F
Min. temperature
+21°F+32°F+39°F
Max. temperature
+84°F+91°F+97°F
Rainfall
49 mm59 mm69 mm
Wind
3 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
69%69%70%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1015 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
676
Cloudy days
766
Rainy days
151515
Snowy days
100

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +57°F to +64°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 49 mm to 59 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 69%. Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 6 to 7.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Dusseldorf in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Dusseldorf is gradually increasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Dusseldorf based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 75 mm, with a 45% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Dusseldorf wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 75 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 50% chance of precipitation and 49 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Dusseldorf?

This is the weather in Dusseldorf in May 2023:
1 May
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+66°F
2 May
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+58°F
3 May
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+61°F
4 May
☀️
+74°F
5 May
☀️
+69°F
6 May
☀️
+71°F
7 May
☀️
+73°F
8 May
🌧️
+71°F
9 May
🌧️
+69°F
10 May
🌧️
+63°F
11 May
🌧️
+63°F
12 May
☀️
+66°F
13 May
☀️
+73°F
14 May
☀️
+72°F
15 May
🌧️
+67°F
16 May
☀️
+61°F
17 May
☀️
+60°F
18 May
☀️
+63°F
19 May
☀️
+69°F
20 May
☀️
+69°F
21 May
☀️
+76°F
22 May
☀️
+74°F
23 May
☁️
+63°F
24 May
☀️
+61°F
25 May
☀️
+66°F
26 May
☀️
+67°F
27 May
☀️
+74°F
28 May
☀️
+78°F
29 May
☀️
+68°F
30 May
☀️
+70°F
31 May
☀️
+77°F
In May 2023 Dusseldorf had 25 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Dusseldorf climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Dusseldorf in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+54°F) and the highest in 2022 (+62°F). The driest year was 1991 with only 566 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1469 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dusseldorf in May:

Is May a good time to visit Dusseldorf?

May is a really good time to go to Dusseldorf. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Dusseldorf.

Can you sunbathe in Dusseldorf in May?

May has mild temperatures in Dusseldorf. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Dusseldorf rainy in May?

Dusseldorf is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Dusseldorf in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Dusseldorf in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Germany

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Monthly weather in Dusseldorf

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Dusseldorf, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.