May weather forecastSarnen, Switzerland
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a cool month in Sarnen, Switzerland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 2.4°C (36.3°F) and an average high of 11.5°C (52.7°F).Temperature
May's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's chilly 8.1°C (46.6°F) to a fresh 11.5°C (52.7°F). Sarnen throughout May, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F).Humidity
In Sarnen, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.Rainfall
In Sarnen, in May, during 15.5 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sarnen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.2 days and collects up to 382mm (15.04") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in May, Sarnen aggregates 11mm (0.43") of snow. In Sarnen, Switzerland, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.3 days and aggregates up to 753mm (29.65") of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Sarnen is 15h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 20:37. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 21:13 CEST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sarnen, Switzerland, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in May translates into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Sarnen, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in May: 11.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (18.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 2.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (8.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-8.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Sarnen, Switzerland
- Average pressure in May: 1015.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Sarnen, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Sarnen, Switzerland
- Average humidity in May: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (80%).
Average rainfall in May
Sarnen, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in May: 40mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (50mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Sarnen, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sarnen, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in May: 11mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (192mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Sarnen, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sarnen, Switzerland
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 6min
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: 8h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sarnen, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Sarnen, Switzerland
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Sarnen, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in May: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
Sarnen, 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).
