May · Germany
Best time to visit Berchtesgaden in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Berchtesgaden in May
Average temperature 10°C, 166 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.9/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 166 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Berchtesgaden scores 6.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 10°C, 166 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Berchtesgaden is an Alpine base for Königssee, the Watzmann massif, high mountain trails, and Germany's only Alpine national park.
May in Berchtesgaden — middling scores, decent value
Expect 10°C (49°F) in May. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
166 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.9/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 8/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Berchtesgaden in May?
- In May, Berchtesgaden averages 10°C, 166 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Berchtesgaden?
- May earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Berchtesgaden in May?
- Expect about 166 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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