Canton of Schwyz Weather in May

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

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Brunnen Einsiedeln Gersau Schwyz

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

What to Expect in Canton of Schwyz in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Muotathal to 18°C (64°F) in Küssnacht. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Küssnacht and 4°C (39°F) in Muotathal.

For specific regional insights in Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Küssnacht with an average of 177 mm (7 in) to heavy rainfall in Muotathal with 200 mm (7.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Brunnen gets around 156 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Canton of Schwyz by month

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

January2°C (36°F) February3°C (37°F) March7°C (45°F) April11°C (52°F) May15°C (59°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September17°C (63°F) October12°C (54°F) November6°C (43°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Schwyz in May

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

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 Schwyz

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

Temperature range in Canton of Schwyz (May)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Schwyz (May)

Brunnen

In May Brunnen 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 less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
156 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Brunnen →

Einsiedeln

In May Einsiedeln 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 less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
156 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Einsiedeln →

Gersau

In May Gersau 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 less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
156 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Gersau →

Schwyz

In May Schwyz 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 less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
156 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
221 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Schwyz →

Lachen

In May Lachen 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 less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°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
178 hours
193 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Lachen →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Brunnen 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 193 mm (7.6 in)
Einsiedeln 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Gersau 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)
Schwyz 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 194 mm (7.6 in)
Lachen 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 185 mm (7.3 in)
Morschach 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)

Canton of Schwyz weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland brings less favorable weather. In Brunnen, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 5°C (41°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Brunnen peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in May, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

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

Rainfall in Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland peaks during May. Brunnen averages roughly 193 mm (7.6 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland with often less favorable weather in Brunnen.

On average, the best time to visit Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland is in July, August and September with generally mixed weather in Brunnen.

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