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Amden Weather in May

During May, Amden experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and cooler nights around 5°C (41°F). May sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Amden in May

Amden is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 19 days and an average of 209 mm (8.2 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.

Temperature in Amden in May

Amden in May gets highs of 16°C (61°F) during the day and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Amden in May

With about 164 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and rainy moments, creating a pleasant environment.

Wind Speed in Amden in May

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during May. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

May in Amden has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.

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Amden Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 209 mm (8.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 164 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif), Switzerland (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Best Places 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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Amden in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Amden in May

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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