Canton of Schaffhausen Weather in May

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

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Schaffhausen Stein am Rhein Neuhausen am Rheinfall Busingen am Hochrhein

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

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

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Schaffhausen.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Busingen am Hochrhein with an average of 113 mm (4.4 in) to high rainfall in Hallau with 121 mm (4.8 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Schaffhausen.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Schaffhausen typically receives 193 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Canton of Schaffhausen by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February6°C (43°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August25°C (77°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November9°C (48°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Schaffhausen in May

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

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 Schaffhausen

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

Temperature range in Canton of Schaffhausen (May)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Schaffhausen (May)

Schaffhausen

In May Schaffhausen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
193 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
very good
Climate in Schaffhausen →

Stein am Rhein

In May Stein am Rhein generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°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)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
193 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
Climate in Stein am Rhein →

Neuhausen am Rheinfall

In May Neuhausen am Rheinfall generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
193 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
very good
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Busingen am Hochrhein

In May Busingen am Hochrhein generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
193 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
very good
Climate in Busingen am Hochrhein →

Hallau

In May Hallau generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°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)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
193 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Schaffhausen 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Stein am Rhein 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Neuhausen am Rheinfall 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Busingen am Hochrhein 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Hallau 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)

Canton of Schaffhausen weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Canton of Schaffhausen, Switzerland typically experiences very good weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Schaffhausen average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Schaffhausen peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in May, dropping to about 9°C (48°F) overnight.

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

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Canton of Schaffhausen, Switzerland. Average rainfall in Schaffhausen sits around 114 mm (4.5 in).

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

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

Generally speaking, September provides excellent weather in Schaffhausen. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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