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Maggia Weather in May

May in Maggia brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights dropping to 6°C (43°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 172 mm (6.8 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Maggia in May

Typically, you can expect about 19 days of rain this month, with 172 mm (6.8 in) on average. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Maggia in May

In May, Maggia sees moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F). Nights drop to around 6°C (43°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights fall to 6°C (43°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Maggia in May

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 211 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

Wind Speed in Maggia in May

May has wind speeds averaging 1 m/s (2 knots). You can expect very gentle conditions with light air movement on typical days. Since this is an average, daily weather varies from perfectly still moments to some breezier days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer 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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Maggia Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 172 mm (6.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 66% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 1 m/s (2 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 211 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 47% *  
* Data from: Lucarno, Switzerland (10 KM, 6 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 Maggia in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Maggia in May

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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