Canton of Glarus Weather in May

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

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Braunwald Elm Matt Näfels

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

Canton of Glarus, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. May in Canton of Glarus generally has mild temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Braunwald to 16°C (61°F) in Filzbach. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Filzbach and 3°C (37°F) in Braunwald.

To explore the conditions in Canton of Glarus, Switzerland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Elm with an average of 198 mm (7.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Filzbach with 210 mm (8.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Braunwald as an example - it receives around 147 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Canton of Glarus by month

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

January-1°C (30°F) February1°C (34°F) March5°C (41°F) April8°C (46°F) May13°C (55°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September15°C (59°F) October11°C (52°F) November4°C (39°F) December0°C (32°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Glarus in May

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

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 Glarus

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

Temperature range in Canton of Glarus (May)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Glarus (May)

Braunwald

In May Braunwald generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
147 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
203 mm (8 in)
259 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Braunwald →

Elm

In May Elm generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
147 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
255 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Elm →

Matt

In May Matt generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
163 hours
164 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
269 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Matt →

Näfels

In May Näfels generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
163 hours
164 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
259 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Näfels →

Filzbach

In May Filzbach generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
163 hours
164 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
262 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Filzbach →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Braunwald 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 203 mm (8 in)
Elm 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)
Matt 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 209 mm (8.2 in)
Näfels 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 209 mm (8.2 in)
Filzbach 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 210 mm (8.3 in)

Canton of Glarus weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Canton of Glarus, Switzerland typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Braunwald average around 13°C (55°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

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

In Braunwald, the average daytime high in May is 13°C (55°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

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

Rainfall in Canton of Glarus, Switzerland peaks during May. Braunwald averages roughly 203 mm (8 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Canton of Glarus, Switzerland with often poor weather in Braunwald.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly poor weather in Braunwald.

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