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Running in Vienna in May

Typical May running conditions in Vienna — and a live Run Score so you can see how today compares with the norm.

Typical Run Score

84

Great

Avg temperature

61°F

Warm

Avg dew point

49°F

Comfortable

Best window

6–10 AM

Local time

Vienna · today vs the May normTemperature · dew point · wind · timing

How May compares in Vienna

May ranks 5th of 12 months for running in Vienna, with a typical daytime Run Score of 84 (Great). For reference, the best month is October (score 91) and the hardest is July (score 68). The kindest window in May is typically 6–10 AM. Precipitation falls in roughly 16% of hours this month. Use the live tool below to see how today actually compares with the May norm.

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Running in Vienna in May: FAQ

Is it good to run in Vienna in May?

Yes — it's one of the better months to run here. The typical daytime Run Score is 84 (Great), with temperatures around 61°F (16°C) and comfortable dew points. The best window is usually 6–10 AM.

How hot is it for running in Vienna in May?

Typical temperatures average 61°F (16°C) (Warm) with dew points near 49°F. Dew point — not the thermometer — usually decides how hard the run feels.

What is a good Run Score?

Scores run 0–100. 97+ is Perfect, 80–96 is Great — conditions are actively working in your favour. 65–79 (Good) is solid. 45–64 (Mixed) means at least one factor — usually heat or dew point — is taxing you. Below 45 (Poor), expect a noticeably harder effort or hold back for safety.

Why does dew point matter more than temperature?

Your body cools by evaporating sweat. When the dew point climbs above roughly 60°F, the air is too saturated for sweat to evaporate efficiently, so heat builds up even if the thermometer looks reasonable. That's why a 70°F muggy morning can feel harder than a dry 80°F afternoon.

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