Affoltern weather in May (Canton of Zurich, Switzerland)

Will it be warm or cold in Affoltern this May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In May, Affoltern tends to experience pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 20°C, while night temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Precipitation

Affoltern in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 149 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 18 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 193 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Affoltern. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Affoltern climate page with graphs.

 

Affoltern, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 149 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 193 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 45% *  

* Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (14 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Affoltern, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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