Hallstatt · SpringMonth summary
Hallstatt weather in May
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
9°C – 18°C
🌧 Rainy days
68% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.9/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (7.4/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Hallstatt in May?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you prefer off-season travel with reduced prices and very few tourists.
❌ No if: you want to avoid rain — more than half the days are rainy.
Our take: Hallstatt in May is possible but August offers a score of 7.4/10 vs 5.9.
By trip type
Hallstatt in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Shoulder season — good value with reasonable accommodation prices Spring marks the start of the good season in Hallstatt. Temperatures rise (18°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 68% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. August (7.4/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | -2°C | 5°C | 55% | 4.9 | 5.9h | 1.7/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 0°C | 8°C | 48% | 4.2 | 7.5h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 2°C | 10°C | 51% | 3.8 | 9.3h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 4°C | 14°C | 50% | 4.1 | 11.4h | 5.5/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 9°C | 18°C | 68% | 6.1 | 10.8h | 5.9/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 14°C | 23°C | 62% | 5.6 | 13.1h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 15°C | 24°C | 66% | 6.0 | 12.9h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 15°C | 25°C | 59% | 6.0 | 12.4h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 12°C | 21°C | 50% | 5.4 | 10.9h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 8°C | 18°C | 45% | 4.3 | 9.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 3°C | 10°C | 43% | 3.9 | 7.1h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 0°C | 7°C | 52% | 4.7 | 5.9h | 2.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Hallstatt averages 18°C, 68% rainy days and 10.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.9/10.
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Comparison
May vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 7.4/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +7°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -9%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.6h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Hallstatt in May
Is May a good time to visit Hallstatt?
May is an acceptable time for Hallstatt (score 5.9/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider August (7.4/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Hallstatt in May?
Yes, 68% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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