Appenzell Ausserrhoden weather in May

Considering a trip to Appenzell Ausserrhoden this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What is the weather like in Appenzell Ausserrhoden in May?

Appenzell Ausserrhoden is a region in Switzerland. May in Appenzell Ausserrhoden generally has moderate temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

You can expect moderate maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C and nighttime temperatures around 8°C in Appenzell.

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Wolfhalden with an average of 163 mm to heavy rainfall in Schönengrund with 196 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 188 hours of sunlight anticipated in Appenzell. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

For specific regional insights in Appenzell Ausserrhoden for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Appenzell Ausserrhoden climate page.

Where to go in Appenzell Ausserrhoden in May

Find the average weather conditions in May for the most popular destinations in Appenzell Ausserrhoden on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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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).

Popular destinations in Appenzell Ausserrhoden

What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Appenzell Ausserrhoden?

Average weather in Appenzell

In May Appenzell generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

Appenzell
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<<   April April
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13°C 
3°C 
171 hours 
130 mm 
17 days 
poor 
18°C 
8°C 
188 hours 
187 mm 
18 days 
June   >> June
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21°C 
11°C 
202 hours 
221 mm 
18 days 
Climate in Appenzell

Average weather in Gais

In May Gais generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Gais
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<<   April April
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13°C 
3°C 
171 hours 
124 mm 
17 days 
poor 
18°C 
8°C 
188 hours 
178 mm 
18 days 
June   >> June
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21°C 
11°C 
202 hours 
207 mm 
18 days 
Climate in Gais

Average weather in Heiden

In May Heiden generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Heiden
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<<   April April
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14°C 
4°C 
171 hours 
114 mm 
16 days 
18°C 
9°C 
188 hours 
163 mm 
18 days 
June   >> June
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22°C 
12°C 
202 hours 
183 mm 
17 days 
Climate in Heiden

Average weather in Herisau

In May Herisau generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

Herisau
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<<   April April
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13°C 
4°C 
171 hours 
127 mm 
17 days 
poor 
18°C 
8°C 
188 hours 
184 mm 
18 days 
June   >> June
>>  
21°C 
12°C 
202 hours 
218 mm 
18 days 
Climate in Herisau

Average weather in Schönengrund

In May Schönengrund generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Schönengrund
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<<   April April
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13°C 
3°C 
163 hours 
134 mm 
17 days 
poor 
17°C 
8°C 
164 hours 
196 mm 
18 days 
poor 
June   >> June
>>  
21°C 
11°C 
160 hours 
235 mm 
18 days 
Climate in Schönengrund

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Is May the best time to visit Appenzell Ausserrhoden?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Appenzell, May may not be the ideal time to visit Appenzell Ausserrhoden.

On average, the best time to visit Appenzell Ausserrhoden is in September with generally tolerable weather in Appenzell. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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