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Riehen Weather in May

May in Riehen brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) and nights around 9°C (48°F). It's also the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella is a must.

Rainfall in Riehen in May

With the most rainfall occurring this month, it's practical to keep an umbrella handy for sudden downpours. Typically around 18 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 125 mm (4.9 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Riehen in May

May in Riehen brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 20°C (68°F) and nights around 9°C (48°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 9°C (48°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Riehen in May

The area enjoys a balanced 188 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. September typically offers the best weather for Riehen.

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Riehen Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 125 mm (4.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 188 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 43% *  
* Data from: Basel, Switzerland (3 KM, 2 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland in May

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Riehen in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Riehen in May

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

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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