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Horw Weather in May

In Horw, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), with nights cooling to 7°C (45°F). This month falls within the rainy season, so expect frequent rainfall.

Rainfall in Horw in May

As part of the rainy season, Horw sees around 19 days of rain in May, with an average of 190 mm (7.5 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Horw in May

May in Horw sees highs of 17°C (63°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Horw in May

The area enjoys a balanced 156 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too rainy nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Horw. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Horw Temperature in May

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
62%
Precipitation
190 mm (7.5 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
156 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
45% *
* Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (29 KM, 18 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 Horw in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. 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 Horw in May

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

  • Swimming
    6/10
  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Camping
    3/10

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