Airolo Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of 0°C (32°F), May in Airolo brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 167 mm (6.6 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Airolo in May

You can expect snow/rain on around 20 days based on historical patterns, with 167 mm (6.6 in) average for the month. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.

Temperature in Airolo in May

Daytime temperatures in Airolo reach 8°C (46°F) in May, dropping to 0°C (32°F) at night. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of 0°C (32°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.

Sunshine in Airolo in May

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 147 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

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Airolo Temperature in May

Min Temperature 0°C (32°F)  

Max Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Chance of Rain 66%  

Precipitation 167 mm (6.6 in)  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 67% *  

Sunshine 147 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 40% *  

* Data from: Disentis, Switzerland (26 KM, 16 Miles).

What to Wear in Airolo in May

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Airolo in May. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Airolo in May

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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