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Vaud Weather in May

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

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Considering a trip to Vaud, Switzerland this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Vaud in May

Vaud, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. May in Vaud 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 Taveyannaz at 14°C (57°F) to pleasant in Yvonand at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Yvonand and 3°C (37°F) in Taveyannaz.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Yvonand with an average of 124 mm (4.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Bex with 198 mm (7.8 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Villars-sur-Ollon sees close to 230 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Vaud by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Vaud — and find the best time to visit. (based on Villars-sur-Ollon)

January0°C (32°F) February2°C (36°F) March6°C (43°F) April10°C (50°F) May15°C (59°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August20°C (68°F) September16°C (61°F) October12°C (54°F) November5°C (41°F) December0°C (32°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Vaud in May

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

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 Vaud

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

Temperature range in Vaud (May)

Precipitation variation in Vaud (May)

Villars-sur-Ollon

In May Villars-sur-Ollon generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
230 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
202 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Villars-sur-Ollon →

Lausanne

In May Lausanne generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
212 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
126 mm (5 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Lausanne →

Chateau-d'Oex

In May Chateau-d'Oex 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
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
230 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Chateau-d'Oex →

Ollon

In May Ollon generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
230 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ollon →

Montreux

In May Montreux 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 unpleasant 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
195 hours
212 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Montreux →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Villars-sur-Ollon 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 191 mm (7.5 in)
Lausanne 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Chateau-d'Oex 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 183 mm (7.2 in)
Ollon 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 193 mm (7.6 in)
Montreux 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Les Diablerets 15°C (59°F) 3°C (37°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)

Vaud weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Vaud, Switzerland generally has poor weather conditions. Villars-sur-Ollon sees daytime temperatures near 15°C (59°F), with nights cooling to roughly 4°C (39°F).

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

Villars-sur-Ollon averages a daytime maximum of 15°C (59°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

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

Rainfall in Vaud, Switzerland peaks during May. Villars-sur-Ollon averages roughly 191 mm (7.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Vaud, Switzerland?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Vaud, Switzerland with often poor weather in Villars-sur-Ollon.

Generally speaking, August provides tolerable weather in Villars-sur-Ollon. The weather in January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Vaud.

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