Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
May introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's icy 4.2°C (39.6°F) to a chilly 7.2°C (45°F). Grindelwald's May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of -1.4°C (29.5°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 91%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Grindelwald is May, when the rain falls for 22 days and typically aggregates up to 117mm (4.61") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Grindelwald. In Grindelwald, during May, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of snow. In Grindelwald, during the entire year, snow falls for 97.4 days and aggregates up to 2150mm (84.65") of snow.Daylight
In Grindelwald, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 20:37. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 21:12 CEST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Grindelwald, Switzerland, is 6.7h.UV index
In Grindelwald, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Grindelwald in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Grindelwald?
What is the wettest month in Grindelwald?
How many days does it rain in May in Grindelwald?
How many days does it snow in May in Grindelwald?
How many hours of daylight does Grindelwald have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Grindelwald?
How many hours of sunshine does Grindelwald have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Grindelwald?
Average temperature in May
Grindelwald, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in May: 7.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-2.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: -1.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Grindelwald, Switzerland
- Average pressure in May: 1015.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Grindelwald, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in May: 7.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Grindelwald, Switzerland
- Average humidity in May: 91%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (83%).
Average rainfall in May
Grindelwald, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in May: 117mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (117mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (50mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Grindelwald, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in May: 22 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Grindelwald, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in May: 56mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (423mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Grindelwald, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in May: 4.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Grindelwald, 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: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Grindelwald, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in May: 5.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (5.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Grindelwald, Switzerland
- Average UV index in May: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Grindelwald, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in May: 63
The months with the most cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in May
Grindelwald, Switzerland
- Average visibility in May: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, October, November and December (7km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5km).
