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Le Châble weather in May (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

What can you expect from the weather in Le Châble during May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Le Châble typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 11°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 1°C.

Le Châble in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 150 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 20 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 230 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Le Châble. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Le Châble, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 65%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 150 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 62% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 230 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 56% *  
* Data from: Sion, Switzerland (17 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in May

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Le Châble in May?

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 in May.

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

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