Horw weather in May (Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland)
Wondering what the weather is like in Horw during May? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
The month of May in Horw typically brings moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 17°C. At night, they generally drop to 7°C.
Precipitation
Horw in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 190 mm for the month. You can typically expect 19 days of rain this month, based on climate records.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a balanced 156 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Horw. September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
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Horw, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
7°C
Max Temperature
17°C
Chance of Rain
62%
Precipitation
190 mm
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
156 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
45% *
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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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Switzerland, check out our Horw's climate page.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Horw, 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.
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