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Canton of Valais Weather in May

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

Planning a journey to Canton of Valais, 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 Valais in May

Canton of Valais, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. May in Canton of Valais generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Ulrichen at 7°C (45°F) to mild in Torgon at 16°C (61°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Torgon and -1°C (30°F) in Ulrichen.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Bourg-Saint-Pierre with an average of 132 mm (5.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Saas-Almagell with 205 mm (8.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Zermatt as an example - it receives around 160 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 Valais by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Canton of Valais in May

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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 Valais

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

Temperature range in Canton of Valais (May)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Valais (May)

Zermatt

In May Zermatt generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
160 hours
177 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Nendaz

In May Nendaz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
230 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Saas-Fee

In May Saas-Fee generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
160 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
160 mm (6.3 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
199 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Crans-Montana

In May Crans-Montana generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
230 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Verbier

In May Verbier generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
230 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zermatt 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 185 mm (7.3 in)
Nendaz 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)
Saas-Fee 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 195 mm (7.7 in)
Crans-Montana 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Verbier 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Veysonnaz 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)

Canton of Valais weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Canton of Valais, Switzerland brings less favorable weather. In Zermatt, daytime temperatures are typically around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Zermatt peak at roughly 7°C (45°F) in May, dropping to about -1°C (30°F) overnight.

Does Canton of Valais, Switzerland get a lot of snow/rain in May?

Expect plenty of snow/rainfall. Zermatt records an average of 185 mm (7.3 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Canton of Valais, Switzerland.

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

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Canton of Valais, Switzerland due to the typically less favorable weather in Zermatt.

Generally speaking, August provides mixed weather in Zermatt.

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