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Lichtensteig Weather in May

May in Lichtensteig brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 18°C (64°F) and nights around 8°C (46°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 183 mm (7.2 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.

Rainfall in Lichtensteig in May

Lichtensteig is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 18 days and an average of 183 mm (7.2 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.

Temperature in Lichtensteig in May

Daytime temperatures in Lichtensteig reach 18°C (64°F) in May, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Lichtensteig in May

The city usually sees around 164 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period (despite it being part of rainy season).

Wind Speed in Lichtensteig in May

May has wind speeds averaging 5 m/s (10 knots). You can expect gentle to moderate winds that move small trees and make flags wave steadily on typical days. Conditions typically range from light breezes to moderate winds.

For Lichtensteig itself, September generally stands out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Lichtensteig Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 61%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 183 mm (7.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 164 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif), Switzerland (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland in May

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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 Lichtensteig in May

For Lichtensteig in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Lichtensteig 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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