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Switzerland weather in May 2026

Europe

Switzerland weather in May 2026

 

Day

19 °C

 

Night

9 °C

 

Precipitation

119 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

15 days

in month

 

Daylight

15 hours

average

 

Sunshine

6 hours

average

 

Humidity

73 %

 

Day

19 °C

 

Night

9 °C

 

Precipitation

119 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

15 days

in month

 

Daylight

15 hours

average

 

Sunshine

6 hours

average

 

Humidity

73 %

Overview: Switzerland
In May in Switzerland, the average air temperature ranges from 19 °C (66 °F) during the day to 9 °C (48 °F) at night. There are 15 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 119 mm (4.67 in).

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Weather overview

In May in Switzerland, the average air temperature ranges from 19 °C (66 °F) during the day to 9 °C (48 °F) at night. There are 15 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 119 mm (4.67 in).

Are there good conditions to visit in Switzerland in May?

Switzerland can be visited in May - the weather will be moderate. The temperature of 9 °C (48 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.

What is the temperature in Switzerland during the day in May?

In Switzerland in May, the average daily temperatures will be 19 °C (66 °F). Nice temperature for walking around the city or on the beach, but you will probably get cold soon when wearing a swimsuit. When walking around all day, people used to cold conditions, pull out their shorts and get rid of their sweaters. On some days, when spending time in the direct sun, sunscreen can be useful, especially for people with more sensitive skin.

What is the air temperature in Switzerland in May at night?

The average night temperature in Switzerland in May is 9 °C (48 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.

How heavy is the precipitation in May in Switzerland?

In Switzerland in May, there is 119 mm (4.67 in) rainfall, which means on average 4 mm (0.16 in) rainfall per day.

What is the average number of rainy days in May in Switzerland?

There are 15 days, which are rainy in Switzerland in May, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 3.4 days of the week, or in general - 49 % days.

How windy is it in May in Switzerland?

In Switzerland in May, there will be an average wind scale of 2. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.

Is there a wet season in Switzerland in May?

No, there is no wet season in May in Switzerland - you can expect 15 days of rain during the month.

How many sunny hours can I expect in Switzerland in May?

In May in Switzerland, you can expect around 6 hours of sunshine.

What level of humidity is to expect in May in Switzerland?

In Switzerland in May, expect humidity around 73 %.

Is Switzerland rainier in May than in June?

No, in May in Switzerland it does not rain more than in June.

How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Switzerland in May?

The length of daylight in Switzerland in May is 15 hours.

What is the temperature trend in Switzerland in May?

Over the course of May in Switzerland, the temperatures are rising from 17 °C (62 °F) at the beginning of the month to 21 °C (69 °F) at the end of the month.

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