May weather forecastGeneva, Switzerland

The Leman Lake, flowing through the city of Geneva, Switzerland

May

Weather in May

With May commencing, Geneva greets with promising warmth and sunshine. Swiss landscapes mature in sync with a notable rise in temperature levels reaching an enticing high of 19.7°C (67.5°F). Rainfall continues its moderately high run, feeding the already-blossoming gardens and parks, while maintaining the city's alluring green facade. More daylight hours and trending warmer temperatures mark a significant improvement from earlier spring days, inviting people to rejoice and connect with nature.

Temperature

Geneva observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from a moderate 14.9°C (58.8°F) in April to an enjoyable 19.7°C (67.5°F). Geneva records a consistent low-temperature of 9.1°C (48.4°F) during May nights.

Humidity

In Geneva, Switzerland, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Geneva, in May, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation. In Geneva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109 days and collects up to 1006mm (39.61") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Geneva, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Geneva, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 20:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 21:18 CEST.

Sunshine

In Geneva, Switzerland, the average sunshine in May is 6.4h.

UV index

In Geneva, Switzerland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in May, in Geneva, is 19.7°C (67.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 9.1°C (48.4°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

In Geneva, in May, during 10.6 rainfall days, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

May through October are months without snowfall.

In May, in Geneva, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

In Geneva, Switzerland, the average day length in May is 14h and 59min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 20:44. On the last day of the month, in Geneva, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 21:18 CEST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Geneva is 6.4h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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May

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Average high temperature

14.9°C

19.7°C

23.5°C

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Geneva, Switzerland

Average high temperature in May: 19.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (26.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.5°C).

Average low temperature in May: 9.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.3°C).

Average humidity in May
Geneva, Switzerland

Average humidity in May: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (64%).

Average rainfall in May
Geneva, Switzerland

Average rainfall in May: 84mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (68mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Geneva, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Geneva, Switzerland

Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (108mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Geneva, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

Average sunshine in May: 6h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average UV index in May
Geneva, Switzerland

Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).