Late spring · Weather & things to do
Strasbourg in May
The year's rain peaks now, with about 3.3 in (83 mm) falling in Strasbourg, alongside highs near 69°F (21°C) and lows of 49°F (10°C).
At 82/100 for comfort (6th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 69°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 3.3 in (83 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What May feels like
Highs near 69°F (21°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 49°F (10°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.3 in (83 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Long days help: there are roughly 15 h 01 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around May
May is one of Strasbourg's best months on the climate data.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (May – July), which brings about 9.1 in (230 mm) in total.
- Comfort holds steady from April (83 → 82/100).
- Our Colmar, Kaysersberg & Strasbourg route is planned for Late Nov – Dec 24, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — May falls outside it.
What to pack for May
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 49°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.3 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Strasbourg in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Grand Sapin, Place Kléber
A Vosges fir of around 30 metres stands on the main square, with the Village du Partage charity stalls beside it.
Why now May scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Petite France
Tanners' and millers' houses along the canals of the Ill at the western tip of the Grande Ile.
Chez Yvonne
A classic winstub on rue du Sanglier with red-checked tables, tarte flambée and Alsace pinot noir.
Pâtisserie Christian
Pastry shop and tearoom on rue Mercière, steps from the cathedral, with bredele biscuits and stollen in December.
Maison Kammerzell
Restaurant in the carved 15th-century house on the cathedral square, known for its fish choucroute.
Nearby in May
- Colmar in May~39 mi · highs 69°F, 3.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Zurich in May~91 mi · highs 66°F, 5.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Rüdesheim in May~97 mi · highs 67°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lucerne in May~109 mi · highs 66°F, 5.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Strasbourg in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Strasbourg?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 82/100. Expect highs of 69°F (21°C) and 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain.
How hot is Strasbourg in May?
Average highs are 69°F (21°C) and average lows 49°F (10°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Strasbourg in May?
Some: about 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 29.8 in (758 mm).
What should I pack for Strasbourg in May?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 49°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.3 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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