Orsières weather in May (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)
How does the weather in Orsières usually fare in May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
In May, the weather in Orsières generally includes low temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 11°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 1°C.
Precipitation
Orsières in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 145 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 20 days.Average sunshine
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 202 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Orsières.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Orsières. July generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Orsières climate page with graphs.
Orsières, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
1°C
Max Temperature
11°C
Chance of Rain
65%
Precipitation
145 mm
Rainy days
20 days
Sunshine
202 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
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.
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