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Canton of Zurich Weather in May

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

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Planning a journey to Canton of Zurich, 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 Zurich in May

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Richterswil at 18°C (64°F) to pleasant in Bülach at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Bülach and 7°C (45°F) in Richterswil.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Eglisau with an average of 121 mm (4.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Wald with 178 mm (7 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Zürich gets approximately 193 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Canton of Zurich by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February7°C (45°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) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Zurich in May

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

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 Zurich

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

Temperature range in Canton of Zurich (May)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Zurich (May)

Zürich

In May Zürich 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
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
104 mm (4.1 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Zürich →

Winterthur

In May Winterthur 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)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
193 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
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Glattbrugg

In May Glattbrugg 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)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
193 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
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Kloten

In May Kloten 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)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
193 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
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Wädenswil

In May Wädenswil generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
193 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 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 Zurich in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zürich 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Winterthur 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Glattbrugg 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Kloten 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Wädenswil 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Horgen 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)

Canton of Zurich weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Canton of Zurich, Switzerland brings pleasant weather. In Zürich, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

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

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

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

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Canton of Zurich, Switzerland. Average rainfall in Zürich sits around 138 mm (5.4 in).

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

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Canton of Zurich, Switzerland. Typically, the climate in Zürich is pleasant. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide pleasant weather in Zürich. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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