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Vienna, State of Vienna, Austria

Vienna in May

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Vienna are June, July, August and September. In May, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
15°C
Rainfall
56 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In May, Vienna is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 15°C with about 56mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Vienna in May

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Vergilius Chapel
The Vergilius Chapel is an underground crypt next to the Stephansdom in Vienna. It is rectangular in form, with six niches. Today, it lies approximately 12 meters beneath the Steph
Stephansplatz, Vienna
The Stephansplatz is a square at the geographical centre of Vienna, Austria. It is named after its most prominent building, the Stephansdom, Vienna's cathedral and one of the talle
Vienna
Vienna is the capital, most populous city, and one of the nine states of Austria. It is Austria's primate city, with just over two million inhabitants. Its larger metropolitan area
Trams in Vienna
Trams in Vienna are a vital part of the public transport system in Vienna, capital city of Austria. In operation since 1865, with the completion of a 2 km (1.2 mi) route to industr
Local food tour of Vienna
Taste the signature dishes of Vienna.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Vienna in May: FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Vienna?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Vienna's best months are generally June, July, August and September.

What is the weather like in Vienna in May?+

Expect average temperatures around 15°C. Rainfall averages about 56mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Vienna in May?+

Based on the typical May weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Vienna in May?+

Popular things to do include Vergilius Chapel, Stephansplatz, Vienna, Vienna and Trams in Vienna. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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