May weather forecastGstaad, Switzerland
May
Weather in May
The pleasant climate in May marks the arrival of the warm season in Gstaad, where average temperatures hover between 2.3°C (36.1°F) and 12.3°C (54.1°F). The mountains become a hiker's paradise with the last traces of snow departing until late autumn. There is a surge in rainfall this month, soaring to 53mm (2.09"), the highest average in the year. The landscape comes alive with lush greenery under the springtime sun. Increased daylight hours allow ample time for outdoor exploration along the countryside.Temperature
The start of May in Gstaad signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 8.8°C (47.8°F) in April to a cool 12.3°C (54.1°F). Throughout the month of May, Gstaad witnesses an average low-temperature of 2.3°C (36.1°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 83%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Gstaad. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 53mm (2.09") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Gstaad aggregates 10mm (0.39") of snow. Throughout the year, in Gstaad, there are 35.6 snowfall days, and 977mm (38.46") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 1min.On the first day of May in Gstaad, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 20:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 21:15 CEST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9h.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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in May: 12.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-0.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 2.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average pressure in May: 1016mbar
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
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in May: 7.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average humidity in May: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in May: 53mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (13mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in May: 10mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (236mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gstaad, 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 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in May: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average visibility in May: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and September (7km).
