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Richterswil Weather in May

Richterswil in May averages 18°C (64°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night. May is part of the rainy season, so frequent rainfall is typical.

Rainfall in Richterswil in May

Richterswil is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 18 days and an average of 172 mm (6.8 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Richterswil in May

Daytime temperatures in Richterswil reach 18°C (64°F) in May, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Richterswil in May

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 193 hours of sunshine. Rain is often only seen in the afternoon or evening, leaving clear skies for most of the day. This results in rainy months that still feel bright and are suitable for travel.

Wind Speed in Richterswil in May

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during May. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Richterswil Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 172 mm (6.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 193 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 45% *  
* Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (21 KM, 13 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Richterswil in May

For Richterswil in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Richterswil in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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