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Buchs Weather in May
Buchs in May sees moderate daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows of 5°C (41°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 197 mm (7.8 in) of rainfall for the month.
Rainfall in Buchs in May
Buchs is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 19 days and an average of 197 mm (7.8 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.
Temperature in Buchs in May
Daytime temperatures in Buchs reach 16°C (61°F) in May, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Buchs in May
The month brings about 162 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and rainy moments.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Buchs. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Buchs Temperature in May
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
62%
Precipitation
197 mm (7.8 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
67% *
Sunshine
162 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Vaduz, Liechtenstein (4 KM, 2 Miles).
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Best Places in Switzerland in May
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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 Buchs in May
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
What To Do in Buchs in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
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