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Canton of Geneva Weather in May

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

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Geneva Bellevue Versoix

Are you planning a trip a to Canton of Geneva, 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 Geneva in May

Canton of Geneva, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. May in Canton of Geneva generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Geneva.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Canton of Geneva, Switzerland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

May is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 151 mm (5.9 in) in Geneva. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Geneva.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Geneva enjoys approximately 211 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Canton of Geneva by month

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

January6°C (43°F) February7°C (45°F) March12°C (54°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November10°C (50°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Geneva in May

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

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 Geneva

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

Temperature range in Canton of Geneva (May)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Geneva (May)

Geneva

In May Geneva 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 good 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
185 hours
211 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
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Bellevue

In May Bellevue 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 good 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
185 hours
211 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
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Versoix

In May Versoix 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 good 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
185 hours
211 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Geneva 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Bellevue 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Versoix 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)

Canton of Geneva weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect good weather across Canton of Geneva, Switzerland in May. The popular destination of Geneva averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Canton of Geneva, Switzerland during May range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Geneva.

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

Geneva typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 151 mm (5.9 in) on average across Canton of Geneva, Switzerland.

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Canton of Geneva, Switzerland with overall good weather in Geneva. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly very good weather in Geneva. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be less favorable.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Canton of Geneva.

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