Weather · MaySwitzerland weather in May
Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices
May in Switzerland: an average of 12°, about 4 mm of rain for the month. Roughly 14h 53m of daylight, with light from about 04:04 to 18:57. May in Switzerland is perfectly doable if you dress right and plan the day — usually with fewer tourists and better prices.
Switzerland in May
Every day in May, the multi-year average
May in Switzerland, what works
A good season for culture: museums, galleries, cafés, restaurants and shows. Outdoor walks work with the right clothing, but daylight is shorter — start early.
What to pack: A mid-weight coat, a warm layer underneath, and a scarf. Mornings and evenings feel cold.
Holidays & events in Switzerland
- 10 MayMother's Day
- 14 MayAscension Day
- 24 MayPentecost
- 25 MayWhit Monday
On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.
Italy, The whole country at its best — coast, cities and countryside, before July–August.
Greece, Beach weather but still quiet; the sea is starting to warm.
Croatia, The Dalmatian coast is perfect, at shoulder-season prices.May in Switzerland, FAQ
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Switzerland — flights & hotels
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Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset