May weather forecast
Gruyères, Switzerland

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Gruyères, is a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 13.3°C (55.9°F) and an average low of 3.2°C (37.8°F).

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a cool 10.2°C (50.4°F) in April to a moderate 13.3°C (55.9°F). Gruyères's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be an icy 3.2°C (37.8°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Gruyères is 81%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Gruyères. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Gruyères. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Gruyères aggregates 8mm (0.31") of snow. In Gruyères, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 551mm (21.69") of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Gruyères, Switzerland, is 15h and 2min.
On the first day of May in Gruyères, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 20:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 21:16 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Gruyères is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gruyères in May?

In Gruyères, 13.3°C (55.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 3.2°C (37.8°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Gruyères?

In Gruyères, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Gruyères?

The month with the most rainfall in Gruyères, Switzerland, is May, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Gruyères?

In Gruyères, Switzerland, in May, during 11.6 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Gruyères?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Gruyères, Switzerland. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Gruyères aggregates 8mm (0.31") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Gruyères?

In Gruyères, Switzerland, the average day length in May is 15h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Gruyères?

On the first day of May in Gruyères, Switzerland, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 20:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 21:16 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Gruyères?

In Gruyères, Switzerland, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Gruyères?

In Gruyères, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gruyères, Switzerland

Average temperature in May - Gruyères, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (20.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 3.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7.7°C).

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Average pressure in May
Gruyères, Switzerland

Average pressure in May - Gruyères, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in May: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Gruyères, Switzerland

Average wind speed in May - Gruyères, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Gruyères, Switzerland

Average humidity in May - Gruyères, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (78%).

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Average rainfall in May
Gruyères, Switzerland

Average rainfall in May - Gruyères, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in May: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (38mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Gruyères, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in May - Gruyères, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Gruyères, Switzerland

Average snowfall in May - Gruyères, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in May: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (142mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Gruyères, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in May - Gruyères, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gruyères, Switzerland

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gruyères, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Gruyères, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in May - Gruyères, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Gruyères, Switzerland

Average UV index in May - Gruyères, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Gruyères, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in May - Gruyères, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in May
Gruyères, Switzerland

Average visibility in May - Gruyères, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).

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Gruyères, Switzerland

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