May · Austria
Best time to visit Mayrhofen in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mayrhofen in May
Average temperature 7°C, 161 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
1.7/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 7°C
- Rainfall
- 161 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Mayrhofen scores 1.7/10 for snow and ski travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 7°C, 161 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mayrhofen anchors the Zillertal with the steep Harakiri run, lively nightlife, and easy rail access from Innsbruck. Best window: the core winter snow season, with shoulder weeks for quieter slopes.
May in Mayrhofen: expect compromises
Expect 7°C (44°F) in May. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
161 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 1.7/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a waterproof shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Mayrhofen — 7.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mayrhofen in May?
- In May, Mayrhofen averages 7°C, 161 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 1.7/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Mayrhofen?
- May earns a 1.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mayrhofen in May?
- Expect about 161 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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