Gland weather in May (Vaud, Switzerland)

How's the weather trend in Gland as May approaches? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In May, Gland typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 18°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 9°C.

Precipitation

Gland in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 143 mm for the month. As the rainiest month, carrying an umbrella is advisable to manage the frequent rain. Expect around 17 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 211 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gland, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 143 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 211 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 50% *  

Data from: Geneva, Switzerland (25 KM, 15 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 Gland, 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.

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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