May 21 sees frequent showers in Salzburg. Historical data shows a 50% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 19°C. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Salzburg—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Salzburg
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
German
Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.3
Salzburg Weather Forecast for May 21
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 19.4°C. 50% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Salzburg in May
Based on historical data for May 21, Salzburg typically experiences temperatures between 9°C and 19.4°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 50% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Salzburg
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
19.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
19.4°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
50%
Avg 5.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
67%
Slight rain
Pressure
1015.6 hPa
Medium volatility
Salzburg Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 87% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 19 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 29 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 48 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.5°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Austria
Flight Traffic
Moderate
50/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~15
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Salzburg
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:24
☀️ Noon
12:05
🌇 Sunset
19:47
⏱️ Daylight
15h 22m
Wind Speed
9.7 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
10.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Salzburg
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Salzburg on May 21 averages 19.4°C with a 50% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 82/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Salzburg Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Salzburg Worth Visiting on May 21?
Planning a trip to Salzburg on May 21? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 19.4°C with a 50% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 15 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Austria, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 21 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.4°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 5.1°C in 2021.