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Lake Geneva Weather in May

Lake Geneva in May sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows of 9°C (48°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 90 mm (3.5 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Lake Geneva in May

Past climate data indicates that roughly 13 days will see rain, totalling around 90 mm (3.5 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Lake Geneva in May

Lake Geneva has excellent weather in May, with days reaching 21°C (70°F) and nights cooling to 9°C (48°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Lake Geneva in May

The month enjoys around 276 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Lake Geneva.

Lake Geneva Temperature in May

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
90 mm (3.5 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
276 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
61% *
* Data from: Milwaukee, the United States of America (64 KM, 40 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 Lake Geneva 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Lake Geneva in May

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

  • Cycling
    9/10
  • Walking
    9/10
  • Barbeque
    8/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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