Nidwalden Weather in May

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

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Emmetten Buochs Beckenried Stans

Planning a getaway to Nidwalden, 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 Nidwalden in May

Nidwalden, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. May in Nidwalden generally has mild temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Emmetten.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Nidwalden, Switzerland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Emmetten with an average of 185 mm (7.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Hergiswil with 192 mm (7.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Emmetten, you can expect around 156 hours of sunlight in May, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Nidwalden in May

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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 Nidwalden

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

Temperature range in Nidwalden (May)

Precipitation variation in Nidwalden (May)

Emmetten

In May Emmetten 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 poor 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
146 mm (5.7 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Emmetten →

Buochs

In May Buochs 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 poor 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
145 mm (5.7 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Buochs →

Beckenried

In May Beckenried 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 poor 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)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
156 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Beckenried →

Stans

In May Stans 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 poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
156 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Stans →

Stansstad

In May Stansstad 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 poor 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
145 mm (5.7 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
212 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Stansstad →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Emmetten 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 185 mm (7.3 in)
Buochs 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Beckenried 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 185 mm (7.3 in)
Stans 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)
Stansstad 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 191 mm (7.5 in)
Hergiswil 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)

Nidwalden weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Nidwalden, Switzerland in May. The popular destination of Emmetten averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this month.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Nidwalden, Switzerland peaks during May. Emmetten averages roughly 185 mm (7.3 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Nidwalden, Switzerland?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Nidwalden, Switzerland due to the typically poor weather in Emmetten.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August and September offering mostly unpleasant weather in Emmetten.

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