Average weather for Osterode am Harz in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Osterode am Harz with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 10°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Osterode am Harz with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 6°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 18°C, with nights around 8°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Osterode am Harz is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 53 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Osterode am Harz in May |
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18°C | 22°C | |
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21°C | 28°C | |
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13°C | -5°C | |
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53 mm | 105 mm | |
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12 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Osterode am Harz?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Osterode am Harz. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2018, Osterode am Harz reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 18°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Osterode am Harz
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Osterode am Harz, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Osterode am Harz
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Osterode am Harz, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Osterode am Harz.
Daily UV index in May in Osterode am Harz
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Osterode am Harz, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Osterode am Harz over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Osterode am Harz, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Osterode am Harz over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Osterode am Harz, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Osterode am Harz
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Average weather in Osterode am Harz by month
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