May weather forecast
Montreux, Switzerland

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Weather in May

An ambiance of rebirth and warmth characterizes May in Montreux. The considerable jump in temperature, with the highest average of 12.8°C (55°F), sets it apart from the preceding April. The escalating warm temperatures combined with the continued decrease in snowfall, further accentuates the springtime feel. Moreover, May boasts the highest rainfall in one year for Montreux, turning the season into a lush, verdant spectacle. Simply put, the city in May is an inescapable magnet for nature enthusiasts keen on relishing the visible transformation taking place.

Temperature

The transition into May shows a subtle variation to a cool 12.8°C (55°F) from April's 9.9°C (49.8°F) in the average high-temperature. During May, Montreux's temperature averages to an icy 3.7°C (38.7°F) at night.

Humidity

In Montreux, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 23.5 days and accumulates 144mm (5.67") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Montreux are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Montreux aggregates 9mm (0.35") of snow. Throughout the year, in Montreux, there are 31.1 snowfall days, and 561mm (22.09") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Montreux is 15h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 20:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 21:16 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Montreux?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Montreux, is 12.8°C (55°F), while the average low-temperature is 3.7°C (38.7°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Montreux?

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

What is the wettest month in Montreux?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Montreux, Switzerland. Rain falls for 23.5 days and accumulates 144mm (5.67") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Montreux?

In Montreux, during May, the rain falls for 23.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 144mm (5.67") of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Montreux?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Montreux, Switzerland. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Montreux aggregates 9mm (0.35") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Montreux have in May?

The average day length in May in Montreux, Switzerland, is 15h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Montreux?

On the first day of May in Montreux, Switzerland, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 20:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 21:16 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Montreux have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Montreux?

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

Average temperature in May - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in May: 12.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (19.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 3.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7.1°C).

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Average pressure in May
Montreux, Switzerland

Average pressure in May - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Montreux, Switzerland

Average wind speed in May - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6km/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).

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Average humidity in May
Montreux, Switzerland

Average humidity in May - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Montreux, Switzerland

Average rainfall in May - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in May: 144mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (144mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (54mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Montreux, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in May - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 23.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (13.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Montreux, Switzerland

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (148mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Montreux, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in May - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Montreux, 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: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Montreux, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in May - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 4.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Montreux, Switzerland

Average UV index in May - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Montreux, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in May - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March, May and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Montreux, Switzerland

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

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

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