Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for May
| Metric | Berlin | Malmo | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 19°C (66°F)▲ | 15°C (59°F) | Berlin |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 9°C (48°F)▲ | 8°C (46°F) | Berlin |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 10 days | 10 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 56 mm | 42 mm▲ | Malmo |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day | 12h/day▲ | Malmo |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 17 km/h▲ | 22 km/h | Berlin |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Malmo edges ahead as the better destination in May. Malmo offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Berlin sees 11 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.
Berlin sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Malmo is also comfortable at 15°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in May. Malmo receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Berlin reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Malmo averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.
Berlin receives approximately 56 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Malmo sees 42 mm over 10 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 19°C, lows of 9°C, 10 rain days
Highs of 15°C, lows of 8°C, 10 rain days
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during May.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. May is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Berlin | Malmo | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 3°C | 12d | 3°C | 11d |
| Feb | 5°C | 9d | 3°C | 10d |
| Mar | 8°C | 11d | 6°C | 10d |
| Apr | 14°C | 9d | 11°C | 9d |
| May | 19°C | 10d | 15°C | 10d |
| Jun | 22°C | 11d | 19°C | 11d |
| Jul | 24°C | 12d | 21°C | 11d |
| Aug | 24°C | 10d | 21°C | 12d |
| Sep | 19°C | 9d | 17°C | 10d |
| Oct | 13°C | 9d | 12°C | 11d |
| Nov | 8°C | 10d | 7°C | 11d |
| Dec | 4°C | 11d | 4°C | 11d |
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