Canton of Fribourg Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland in May.

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Fribourg Murten Le Pâquier Gruyères

Are you planning a trip a to Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Canton of Fribourg in May

Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. May in Canton of Fribourg generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Jaun at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Murten at 19°C (66°F). At night it cools down to 8°C (46°F) in Murten and 5°C (41°F) in Jaun.

For a closer look at conditions across Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Estavayer-le-Lac with an average of 135 mm (5.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Jaun with 181 mm (7.1 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Fribourg gets approximately 209 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Canton of Fribourg by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Canton of Fribourg — and find the best time to visit. (based on Fribourg)

January4°C (39°F) February6°C (43°F) March10°C (50°F) April14°C (57°F) May18°C (64°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August23°C (73°F) September19°C (66°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Fribourg in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Canton of Fribourg.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Canton of Fribourg

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Canton of Fribourg (May)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Fribourg (May)

Fribourg

In May Fribourg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
209 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Murten

In May Murten generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
209 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Le Pâquier

In May Le Pâquier generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
209 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
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Gruyères

In May Gruyères generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
209 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
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Albeuve

In May Albeuve generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
212 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
177 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Canton of Fribourg in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Fribourg 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Murten 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Le Pâquier 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 163 mm (6.4 in)
Gruyères 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 168 mm (6.6 in)
Albeuve 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)
Bad-Schwarzsee 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 176 mm (6.9 in)

Canton of Fribourg weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland in May?

Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Fribourg average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland in May?

Fribourg averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

Does Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland get a lot of rain in May?

Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland sees substantial rainfall in May. Fribourg typically averages about 150 mm (5.9 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland with overall tolerable weather in Fribourg. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland is in June, July and August with generally pleasant weather in Fribourg. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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