May · Germany
Best time to visit Cologne in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
8.6/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 15°C
- Rainfall
- 78 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Sunny days
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Cologne scores 8.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 15°C, 78 mm of rain, and roughly 28 sunny days this month.
Cathedral spires and Rhine promenades shine May through September.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cologne in May?
- In May, Cologne averages 15°C, 78 mm of rain, and about 28 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 8.6/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Cologne?
- May earns a 8.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cologne in May?
- Expect about 78 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 28 sunny days.
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