Canton of Solothurn Weather in May

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

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Solothurn Olten Zuchwil Egerkingen

Planning a journey to Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Canton of Solothurn in May

Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. May in Canton of Solothurn 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 9°C (48°F) in Solothurn.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Dornach with an average of 134 mm (5.3 in) to high rainfall in Olten with 151 mm (5.9 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Solothurn.

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Solothurn sees around 195 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Canton of Solothurn by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February7°C (45°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August24°C (75°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 Solothurn in May

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

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 Solothurn

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

Temperature range in Canton of Solothurn (May)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Solothurn (May)

Solothurn

In May Solothurn 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 tolerable 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
177 hours
195 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Solothurn →

Olten

In May Olten 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 tolerable 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
170 hours
188 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Olten →

Zuchwil

In May Zuchwil 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 tolerable 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
177 hours
195 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Zuchwil →

Egerkingen

In May Egerkingen 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 pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°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
170 hours
188 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Grenchen

In May Grenchen 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 tolerable 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
177 hours
195 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Solothurn 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Olten 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Zuchwil 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Egerkingen 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Grenchen 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Wangen an der Aare 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)

Canton of Solothurn weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland generally has tolerable weather conditions. Solothurn sees daytime temperatures near 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to roughly 9°C (48°F).

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

Average temperatures in Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland during May range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Solothurn.

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

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland. Average rainfall in Solothurn sits around 148 mm (5.8 in).

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Solothurn, May might be a good time to visit Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide pleasant weather in Solothurn. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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