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Obwalden Weather in May

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

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Engelberg Sarnen Frutt Flüeli

Are you planning a trip a to Obwalden, Switzerland in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Obwalden in May

Obwalden, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. May in Obwalden generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Frutt at 12°C (54°F) to mild in Sarnen at 15°C (59°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Sarnen and 2°C (36°F) in Frutt.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Engelberg with an average of 179 mm (7 in) to heavy rainfall in Sarnen with 190 mm (7.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Engelberg as an example - it receives around 156 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.

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Best Places to Visit in Obwalden in May

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

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 Obwalden

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

Temperature range in Obwalden (May)

Precipitation variation in Obwalden (May)

Engelberg

In May Engelberg generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
156 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
143 mm (5.6 in)
179 mm (7 in)
222 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Engelberg →

Sarnen

In May Sarnen 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
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
156 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
221 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sarnen →

Frutt

In May Frutt generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
156 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Frutt →

Flüeli

In May Flüeli generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
156 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
143 mm (5.6 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Flüeli →

Giswil

In May Giswil generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
183 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
226 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Giswil →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Obwalden, in Switzerland.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Engelberg 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 179 mm (7 in)
Sarnen 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)
Frutt 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 183 mm (7.2 in)
Flüeli 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Giswil 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)
Sachseln 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)

Obwalden weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Obwalden, Switzerland typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Engelberg average around 12°C (54°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

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

Engelberg averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

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

Rainfall in Obwalden, Switzerland peaks during May. Engelberg averages roughly 179 mm (7 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Obwalden, Switzerland?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Obwalden, Switzerland with often poor weather in Engelberg.

Generally speaking, September provides unpleasant weather in Engelberg.

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