May weather forecastBassecourt, Switzerland

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bassecourt, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 6.5°C (43.7°F) and 16.7°C (62.1°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to an enjoyable 16.7°C (62.1°F) from April's 14°C (57.2°F). Throughout May, the average low-temperature dips to a chilly 6.5°C (43.7°F).

Humidity

In Bassecourt, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

In May, in Bassecourt, the rain falls for 20.7 days. Throughout May, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bassecourt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.6 days and collects up to 818mm (32.2") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Bassecourt. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Bassecourt aggregates 9mm (0.35") of snow. In Bassecourt, Switzerland, during the entire year, snow falls for 49 days and aggregates up to 745mm (29.33") of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Bassecourt is 15h and 7min.
On the first day of May in Bassecourt, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 20:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 21:18 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Bassecourt is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

In May, in Bassecourt, the average high-temperature is 16.7°C (62.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 6.5°C (43.7°F).

In Bassecourt, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.

In Bassecourt, Switzerland, in May, it is raining for 20.7 days, with typically 81mm (3.19") of accumulated precipitation.

May is the last month it regularly snows in Bassecourt, Switzerland. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Bassecourt aggregates 9mm (0.35") of snow.

The average day length in May in Bassecourt, Switzerland, is 15h and 7min.

On the first day of May in Bassecourt, Switzerland, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 20:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 21:18 CEST.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Bassecourt, Switzerland, is 8.5h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bassecourt, Switzerland, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bassecourt, Switzerland

  • Average high temperature in May: 16.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2°C).

Average pressure in May
Bassecourt, Switzerland

  • Average pressure in May: 1016.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and November (1015.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Bassecourt, Switzerland

  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Bassecourt, Switzerland

  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Bassecourt, Switzerland

  • Average rainfall in May: 81mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (40mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Bassecourt, Switzerland

  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bassecourt, Switzerland

  • Average snowfall in May: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (170mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Bassecourt, Switzerland

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bassecourt, Switzerland

  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (6.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Bassecourt, Switzerland

  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

Average cloud cover in May
Bassecourt, Switzerland

  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Bassecourt, Switzerland

  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, September, October, November and December (8km).