Switzerland Weather in May: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
In May, Switzerland experiences mild temperatures with an average daily high of 18.3°C (65°F) and an average nightly low of 9.5°C (49°F). The average daily temperature is 13.7°C (56.7°F), which generally feels pleasant. The humidity hovers around 75.8% on average. May is a transitional month for Switzerland’s weather, with occasional cooler days and a higher chance of precipitation. The country sees an average of 21 rainy days during May, with about 67.7% probability of precipitation on any given day. Rain is the most common form of precipitation, and snow is unlikely. The country experiences moderate to strong winds, with an average speed of 15.3 km/h (9.5 mph) and gusts up to 32.8 km/h (20.4 mph). The overall average cloud cover is 74.2%. In terms of daylight, the sun rises around 5:55 am and sets around 8:59 pm, giving Switzerland approximately 15 hours of daylight in May. Travelers can expect 10 hours and 4 minutes of visible sunshine on average throughout the month. In summary, May in Switzerland brings mild temperatures, occasional rain, and moderate winds. Travelers can expect around 15 hours of daylight, with an average of 10 hours of visible sunshine.
What is the temperature in Switzerland in May?
In Switzerland in May the average air temperature is 13.7°C (56.7°F). The outside temperature in Switzerland feels like 13.6°C (56.5°F) on a typical May day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 18.3°C (65°F) and feels like 18.3°C (65°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 9.5°C (49°F) which feels like 9°C (48.1°F).
How hot is Switzerland in May?
The hot temperature in May in Switzerland rises to 24.7°C (76.5°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 75.8% humidity. During hottest days of May it feels like 24.7 °C (76.5°F). The average maximum temp in Switzerland is 18.3°C (76.5°F) during day time in May.
How cold is Switzerland in May?
The coldest temp in Switzerland in May drops to 5.5°C (41.9°F) during the cold nights. With 15.3km/h (9.5mph) winds and 75.8% humidity it feels like 2.7°C (36.9°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 9.5°C (49°F) during night time in May.
Does it rain in Switzerland in May?
Yes, it rains for 21 days in Switzerland in May averaging 3 mm of precipitation. There is a 67.7% chance for rain throughout the entire month of May in Switzerland.
How much does it rain in Switzerland throughout May?
The average precipitation level throughout May in Switzerland is 3 mm (0.12 inch) of rain per day. It rains for an average of 21 days out of the entire month.
Is Switzerland windy in May?
The average speed of wind in Switzerland during May is 15.3km/h (9.5mph) and average windgust is 32.8km/h (20.4mph). On some days in May wind can reach up to 23.6km/h (14.7mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Switzerland in May?
Most days of May the wind is blowing from East direction in Switzerland.
What are the humidity levels in Switzerland in May?
The average humidity levels in Switzerland in May are 75.8%. Daily humidity levels in Switzerland range from 51.9% to 91.4% during May.
How many hours of daylight are there in Switzerland in May?
There are 15 hours 03 minutes of daylight on average in Switzerland in May. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Switzerland in May is at 5:55:39 and the sunset is at 20:59:07.
What is the cloud coverage in Switzerland in May?
Clouds cover 74.2% of the sky on average throughout May in Switzerland. The cloud coverage ranges from 1.3% to 100% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in May in Switzerland?
The average UV index in Switzerland is 7.1 in May. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 3 to 10.
What is the solar radiation in Switzerland in May?
The average solar radiation is 206.8 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Switzerland during May. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 54.8 W/m2 to 334 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during May in Switzerland?
The average solar energy during May in Switzerland is 17.7 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 4.8 MJ/m2, to 28.8 MJ/m2 during May.
Are there severe weather risks in Switzerland in May?
No, there are no risks for severe weather in Switzerland in May.
What is the air pressure in Switzerland in May?
On average the air pressure in Switzerland in May is 1016.9 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1011.7 mb to 1021.4 mb.
What is the visibility in Switzerland in May?
The average daylight visibility in Switzerland in May is 15 km (9.3 miles).
What is the dew point in Switzerland in May?
The average dew point in Switzerland during May is 9.1°C (48.3°F).
Where is the data for Switzerland climate in May coming from?
The climate data for Switzerland in May is collected from the following weather stations.
- PLAFFEIEN, SZ
- BERN ZOLLIKOFEN, SZ
- GRENCHEN, SZ
- KOPPIGEN, SZ
- MUEHLEBERG, SZ
- LANGNAU IE, SZ
- DW3695 Thun CH
- EW1213 Bern CH
- EW5976 Fribourg CH