Gurtnellen Weather in May
May in Gurtnellen sees daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F) at night. With around 167 mm (6.6 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Gurtnellen in May
On average, there are about 20 days with rain during this month, averaging 167 mm (6.6 in). This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.
Temperature in Gurtnellen in May
May in Gurtnellen brings low temperatures, with highs of 10°C (50°F) and nights around 1°C (34°F). Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. 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 Gurtnellen in May
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 156 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.
Wind Speed in Gurtnellen in May
May sees wind speeds averaging 2 m/s (4 knots). You'll typically experience pleasant light breezes that move leaves slightly and feel refreshing. As an average, expect variation from very calm days to periods with more apparent air movement.To explore more travel options, our weather planner can help you discover destinations worldwide.
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Gurtnellen Temperature in May
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
67%
Precipitation
167 mm (6.6 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
68% *
Windspeed
2 m/s (4 knots) *
Sunshine
156 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
45% *
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What to Wear in Gurtnellen in May
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Gurtnellen in May. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the monthWhat To Do in Gurtnellen in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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