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Hérémence weather in May (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Hérémence this May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of May in Hérémence typically includes low temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 11°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 1°C.

Precipitation

Hérémence in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 151 mm for the month. With the year's heaviest rain occurring this month, it's best to be equipped with a poncho to handle the frequent downpours. You can typically expect 20 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 230 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Hérémence. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Hérémence, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 65%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 151 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 62% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 230 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 56% *  
Data from: Sion, Switzerland (6 KM, 4 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.

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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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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