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Champex Weather in May
Champex in May averages 11°C (52°F) during the day and 1°C (34°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.
Rainfall in Champex in May
Typically around 20 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 147 mm (5.8 in) for the month. Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.
Temperature in Champex in May
May in Champex sees highs of 11°C (52°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F) overnight. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With overnight lows of 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Champex in May
Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 202 hours of sun. These sunny conditions help offset the cool temperatures, making it a pleasant month to explore outdoors.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Champex. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Champex Temperature in May
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
65%
Precipitation
147 mm (5.8 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Sunshine
202 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (22 KM, 14 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 Champex in May
Pack for changing conditions in Champex in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Champex in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports5/10
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Popular in May
Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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12°C (54°F) Engelberg12°C (54°F) Nendaz12°C (54°F) Davos11°C (52°F) Saas-Fee9°C (48°F) Grindelwald10°C (50°F) Zermatt7°C (45°F) Bucket list
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