Late spring · Weather & things to do
Hallstatt in May
Hallstatt warms up: highs climb to 67°F (19°C), from 59°F in April, with lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 5.5 in (140 mm) of rain.
At 73/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 67°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 5.5 in (140 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 55 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What May feels like
Highs near 67°F (19°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 48°F (9°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.5 in (140 mm) falls in the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 76%.
Plan around May
May is one of Hallstatt's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by June, the score drops to 63/100.
- Comfort holds steady from April (73 → 73/100).
- Our Hallstatt, Salzburg & Vienna route is planned for Late Nov – early Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — May falls outside it.
What to pack for May
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 48°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Hallstatt in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Salzwelten Hallstatt
Guided tours of the world's oldest known salt mine, with miners' wooden slides and an underground salt lake.
Why now May scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Hallstatt Marktplatz
The small square at the heart of the village, ringed by painted houses with a Holy Trinity column at its center.
Why now Highs near 67°F and 5.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Beinhaus
The charnel house in St. Michael's Chapel beside the Catholic church, holding over 600 painted skulls.
Gasthof Zauner
Family-run inn on the Marktplatz known for grilled lake char and Austrian classics.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in May
- Salzburg in May~33 mi · highs 66°F, 5.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lake Bled in May~85 mi · highs 68°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Cortina d'Ampezzo in May~100 mi · highs 60°F, 4.3 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, drier
- Munich in May~104 mi · highs 65°F, 4.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,308 m to Hallstatt's ~515 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Hallstatt in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Hallstatt?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 73/100. Expect highs of 67°F (19°C) and 5.5 in (140 mm) of rain.
How hot is Hallstatt in May?
Average highs are 67°F (19°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hallstatt in May?
Yes: about 5.5 in (140 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 52.8 in (1341 mm).
What should I pack for Hallstatt in May?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 48°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Hallstatt in May?
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