The month in detail
What to expect in May
Off-season for skiing Ischgl — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.
May ranks 7 out of 12 months in Ischgl. Compared to April: +5°F daytime, 14 pts more rainy days, −1.1h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
4°
Daylight
14.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Ischgl is August (7.5/10), 3.5 pts higher than May.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.
Country · Austria
🗣️LanguageGerman
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 72°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 34°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 48%
🏔️ Mountain stay
⛰️Village altitude4518 ft
🎿Ski area4518 → 9423 ft
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Ischgl ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
AustriaAlpine mountain climate climate with a 7.5 → 1.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
47.01°N · 10.29°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ischgl?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: February (ski score 8.0/10). For hiking/suiner: February (8.0/10, 4.0°F).
Can you ski in Ischgl in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.9/10. Cold temperatures (1°F max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Ischgl in suiner?
In February, temperatures average 4.0°F. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Ischgl?
May is the wettest month with May has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Ischgl in May?
The average UV index reaches 6 in May in Ischgl (high), with about 14.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.