Schwanden Weather in May

May in Schwanden brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 15°C (59°F) and nights around 4°C (39°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 194 mm (7.6 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.

Rainfall in Schwanden in May

As part of the rainy season, Schwanden sees around 19 days of rain in May, with an average of 194 mm (7.6 in). The rainy season here brings regular, substantial showers. It's worth being prepared for rain on most days you're out.

Temperature in Schwanden in May

Schwanden in May gets highs of 15°C (59°F) during the day and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights fall to 4°C (39°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Schwanden in May

With about 183 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and rainy moments, creating a pleasant environment.

May in Schwanden can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Schwanden Temperature in May

Min Temperature 4°C (39°F)  

Max Temperature 15°C (59°F)  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 194 mm (7.6 in)  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Sunshine 183 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 43% *  

* Data from: Interlaken, Switzerland (14 KM, 9 Miles).

What to Wear in Schwanden in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Schwanden in May

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Switzerland, check out our Schwanden's climate page.

More climate data for Schwanden

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