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Gimmelwald Weather in May
May in Gimmelwald averages 9°C (48°F) during the day and 0°C (32°F) at night. May is part of the rainy season, with around 171 mm (6.7 in) of rainfall and frequent showers.
Rainfall in Gimmelwald in May
As part of the rainy season, Gimmelwald sees around 20 days of rain in May, with an average of 171 mm (6.7 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.
Temperature in Gimmelwald in May
Gimmelwald in May gets highs of 9°C (48°F) during the day and drops to 0°C (32°F) at night. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. With lows around 0°C (32°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Gimmelwald in May
The area enjoys a balanced 183 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too rainy nor too sunny.If you're interested in exploring other destinations, our weather planner can help you discover additional travel options worldwide.
Gimmelwald Temperature in May
Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
68%
Precipitation
171 mm (6.7 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
72% *
Sunshine
183 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
43% *
* Data from: Interlaken, Switzerland (13 KM, 8 Miles).
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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 Gimmelwald in May
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Gimmelwald in May. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
What To Do in Gimmelwald in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
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