Cologne vs Garmisch-Partenkirchen in May

Cologne is the better pick in May — 84 vs 24 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Cologne is nice, a little rain, while Garmisch-Partenkirchen is nice, soaked, clean air.

Cologne vs Garmisch-PartenkirchenMay climate, side by side

CologneGarmisch-Partenkirchen
Comfort score84/100 (A)24/100 (F)
Feels-like high19°C17°C
Avg high / low20° / 8°18° / 6°
Rainfall62 mm164 mm
Rainy days916
Humidity70%81%
Air quality (AQI)5439

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Cologne vs Garmisch-Partenkirchen in May — FAQ

Is May better in Cologne or Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
Cologne is the better pick in May — 84 vs 24 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Cologne is nice, a little rain, while Garmisch-Partenkirchen is nice, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Cologne vs Garmisch-Partenkirchen in May?
In May, Cologne averages 20°C high / 8°C low with about 62 mm of rain; Garmisch-Partenkirchen averages 18°C high / 6°C low with about 164 mm.