May weather forecastZug, Switzerland

May

Weather in May

The city of Zug entirely transitions into spring in May, with snowfall eradicated and temperatures further rising from 5.1°C (41.2°F) to 15.7°C (60.3°F), marking a period of considerable warming. More daylight and extended sunshine hours further enhance outdoor activities, providing the perfect backdrop for late spring adventures. Zug’s parks become hotspots for picnics and leisure walks, attracting both locals and tourists. This refreshing weather draws visitors to explore the city's renowned old town and vibrant history. Despite some rainfall, the city's charm remains unscathed, with locals and visitors still able to enjoy their outdoor experiences.

Temperature

Zug experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a mild 15.7°C (60.3°F) in May, closely aligned with April's 12.8°C (55°F). During the nights in May, the temperature averages to a wintry 5.1°C (41.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Zug, in May, it is raining for 21.5 days, with typically 114mm (4.49") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.8 rainfall days, and 981mm (38.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Zug. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Zug aggregates 8mm (0.31") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.5 snowfall days, and 692mm (27.24") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Zug, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 5min.
On the first day of May in Zug, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 20:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 21:13 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Zug is 9.2h.

UV index

In Zug, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

In Zug, in May, the average high-temperature is 15.7°C (60.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 5.1°C (41.2°F).

In May, the average relative humidity in Zug is 79%.

In Zug, in May, it is raining for 21.5 days, with typically 114mm (4.49") of accumulated precipitation.

May is the last month it regularly snows in Zug, Switzerland. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Zug aggregates 8mm (0.31") of snow.

The average day length in May is 15h and 5min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 20:37. On the last day of the month, in Zug, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 21:13 CEST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Zug, Switzerland, is 9.2h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Zug, Switzerland

  • Average high temperature in May: 15.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.9°C).

Average pressure in May
Zug, Switzerland

  • Average pressure in May: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Zug, Switzerland

  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Zug, Switzerland

  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Zug, Switzerland

  • Average rainfall in May: 114mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (121mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (52mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Zug, Switzerland

  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Zug, Switzerland

  • Average snowfall in May: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (169mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Zug, Switzerland

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Zug, Switzerland

  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Zug, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Zug, Switzerland

  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Zug, Switzerland

  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).