Jura Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jura, Switzerland in May.

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Delémont Ocourt Porrentruy Saignelégier

Planning a getaway to Jura, Switzerland this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Jura in May

Jura, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. May in Jura generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Delémont.

For specific regional insights in Jura, Switzerland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Boncourt with an average of 139 mm (5.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Saignelégier with 171 mm (6.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Delémont gets approximately 188 hours of sunlight in May, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Jura by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February7°C (45°F) March12°C (54°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°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 Jura in May

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

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 Jura

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

Temperature range in Jura (May)

Precipitation variation in Jura (May)

Delémont

In May Delémont 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
107 mm (4.2 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Delémont →

Ocourt

In May Ocourt generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°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)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
188 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ocourt →

Porrentruy

In May Porrentruy 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)
148 mm (5.8 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Porrentruy →

Saignelégier

In May Saignelégier 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
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
195 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Saignelégier →

Saint-Ursanne

In May Saint-Ursanne 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)
22°C (72°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
110 mm (4.3 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Saint-Ursanne →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Jura in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Delémont 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Ocourt 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)
Porrentruy 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Saignelégier 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Saint-Ursanne 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Boncourt 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)

Jura weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jura, Switzerland in May?

Expect tolerable weather across Jura, Switzerland in May. The popular destination of Delémont averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Jura, Switzerland in May?

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

Does Jura, Switzerland get a lot of rain in May?

Jura, Switzerland sees substantial rainfall in May. Delémont typically averages about 147 mm (5.8 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Jura, Switzerland?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Jura, Switzerland with overall tolerable weather in Delémont. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Jura, Switzerland is in June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Delémont. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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