Chiasso weather in May (Canton of Ticino, Switzerland)

Is Chiasso a good destination in May, weather-wise? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

During May, Chiasso usually has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 21°C, while night temperatures can drop to 12°C.

Precipitation

Chiasso in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 151 mm for the month. Expect around 17 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With approximately 211 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Chiasso. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Chiasso, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 151 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Sunshine 211 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Como, Italy (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in May

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Chiasso, 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

7/10

Camping

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Chiasso.

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