May weather forecast
Köniz, Switzerland

May

Weather in May

May marks a pivotal cusp in the transition from spring to summer in Köniz, marked by increased temperatures and a rise in rainfall. The city records the year’s most significant shift in weather phenomena with a perceptible increase in average temperature and peak rainfall measuring from 51mm (2.01") onwards. Longer daylight hours become noticeable, and the rise in temperature hints at the upcoming summer season. Despite the rainy spell, May provides a comfortable stage for outdoor activities. The shift from Spring to Summer becomes more visible as June unfolds, marked by a substantial decrease in rainfall.

Temperature

As Köniz steps into May, the average high-temperature holds at a comfortable 16.5°C (61.7°F), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. In May, Köniz reports a consistent average low-temperature of 5.3°C (41.5°F) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Köniz, there are 149.7 rainfall days, and 438mm (17.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Köniz aggregates 9mm (0.35") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38 snowfall days, and 413mm (16.26") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Köniz is 15h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 20:40. On the last day of May, in Köniz, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 21:16 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Köniz is 9.1h.

UV index

In Köniz, Switzerland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Köniz?
In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Köniz, Switzerland, are 16.5°C (61.7°F) and 5.3°C (41.5°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in May in Köniz?
The average relative humidity in May in Köniz, Switzerland, is 79%.
How many days does it rain in May in Köniz?
In Köniz, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.
What is the last month it snows in Köniz?
May is the last month it regularly snows in Köniz. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Köniz aggregates 9mm (0.35") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Köniz have in May?
In May, the average day length in Köniz is 15h and 4min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Köniz?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 20:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 21:16 CEST.
How many hours of sunshine does Köniz have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.
What is the UV index intensity in May in Köniz?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
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Average snowfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Köniz, Switzerland
Average temperature in May
Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in May: 16.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.2°C).

Average pressure in May - Köniz, Switzerland
Average pressure in May
Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Köniz, Switzerland
Average wind speed in May
Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in May - Köniz, Switzerland
Average humidity in May
Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in May - Köniz, Switzerland
Average rainfall in May
Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in May: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (54mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (23mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Köniz, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in May
Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May - Köniz, Switzerland
Average snowfall in May
Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in May: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (104mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Köniz, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in May
Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Köniz, Switzerland
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May - Köniz, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in May
Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May - Köniz, Switzerland
Average UV index in May
Köniz, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May - Köniz, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in May
Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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

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

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