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Dusseldorf in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Dusseldorf in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Dusseldorf, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Dusseldorf in May 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
Planning a trip to Dusseldorf in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +64°F and approximately 9 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 8 rainy days and 59 mm of precipitation. 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
68%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
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 temperature in May is +70°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +86°F during the day and a minimum of +45°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +59°F to +66°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
48 mm59 mm68 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
68%68%70%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1014 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
897
Cloudy days
151415
Rainy days
788
Snowy days
000

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 48 mm to 59 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 68%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 8 to 9.

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 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Dusseldorf is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 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
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 64 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 11 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 29% chance of precipitation and 73 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 23% chance of precipitation and 48 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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+60°F
2 May
☀️
+67°F
3 May
☀️
+67°F
4 May
☀️
+65°F
5 May
☀️
+67°F
6 May
☀️
+70°F
7 May
☀️
+72°F
8 May
☀️
+67°F
9 May
☀️
+77°F
10 May
☀️
+78°F
11 May
☀️
+78°F
12 May
☀️
+68°F
13 May
☀️
+69°F
14 May
☀️
+74°F
15 May
☀️
+80°F
16 May
☀️
+77°F
17 May
☀️
+78°F
18 May
☀️
+86°F
19 May
☀️
+83°F
20 May
🌧️
+76°F
21 May
☀️
+68°F
22 May
☀️
+74°F
23 May
☀️
+74°F
24 May
☀️
+63°F
25 May
☀️
+69°F
26 May
☁️
+69°F
27 May
☀️
+67°F
28 May
☀️
+64°F
29 May
☀️
+57°F
30 May
☀️
+61°F
31 May
☀️
+66°F
In May 2023 Dusseldorf had 29 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +70°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 66%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 37%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 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 1987 (+59°F) and the highest in 2018 (+74°F). The driest year was 1989 with only 17 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 180 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.

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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, 2022.

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.