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Stuttgart in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Stuttgart in May 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
Weather for Stuttgart in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +66°F during the day, and approximately 9 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 11 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 97 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+66°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
97 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Stuttgart has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Stuttgart in May

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

The expected average maximum temperature in May is +72°F with a maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +39°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 21% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +61°F to +72°F.

Is Stuttgart warm or cold in May?

Stuttgart is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +59°F to +66°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +41°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 Stuttgart:

Climate in Stuttgart in May

Stuttgart weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+59°F+66°F+73°F
Min. temperature
+21°F+32°F+41°F
Max. temperature
+90°F+90°F+104°F
Rainfall
68 mm97 mm92 mm
Wind
2 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
68%69%69%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
897
Cloudy days
131112
Rainy days
91111
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 +59°F to +66°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 68 mm to 97 mm. Humidity rises from 68% to 69%. Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 2 m/s to 1 m/s on average. 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 Stuttgart in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Stuttgart is gradually increasing during May, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Stuttgart based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 53 mm, with a 42% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 mm, which is considered light rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
May is one of the rainiest months in Stuttgart, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Stuttgart wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 97 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 21% chance of precipitation and 52 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Stuttgart?

This is the weather in Stuttgart in May 2023:
1 May
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+61°F
2 May
☀️
+66°F
3 May
☀️
+68°F
4 May
☀️
+66°F
5 May
🌧️
+61°F
6 May
☀️
+65°F
7 May
☀️
+70°F
8 May
☀️
+70°F
9 May
☀️
+75°F
10 May
☀️
+79°F
11 May
☀️
+85°F
12 May
☀️
+77°F
13 May
☀️
+72°F
14 May
☀️
+76°F
15 May
☀️
+80°F
16 May
☀️
+75°F
17 May
☀️
+78°F
18 May
☀️
+82°F
19 May
☀️
+88°F
20 May
☀️
+90°F
21 May
☀️
+73°F
22 May
☀️
+77°F
23 May
☀️
+74°F
24 May
☀️
+68°F
25 May
☀️
+71°F
26 May
☀️
+69°F
27 May
☀️
+68°F
28 May
☀️
+64°F
29 May
☀️
+57°F
30 May
☀️
+66°F
31 May
☀️
+72°F
In May 2023 Stuttgart had 29 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +72°F, with an absolute maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 69%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+60°F) and the highest in 2016 (+80°F). The driest year was 2011 with only 45 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1985 with 218 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Stuttgart in May:

Is May a good time to visit Stuttgart?

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

Can you sunbathe in Stuttgart in May?

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

Is Stuttgart rainy in May?

Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Stuttgart, 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.