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Selma Weather in May
May in Selma brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 15°C (59°F) and nights around 5°C (41°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 153 mm (6 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Selma in May
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 19 days with rain, averaging 153 mm (6 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 Selma in May
May in Selma brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and nights around 5°C (41°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights fall to 5°C (41°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 Selma in May
Enjoy a sunny month with about 209 hours of sunshine, making it one of the brighter months of the year despite the cool conditions.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Selma.
Selma Temperature in May
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
62%
Precipitation
153 mm (6 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
64% *
Sunshine
209 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
51% *
* Data from: Locarno, Switzerland (29 KM, 18 Miles).
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Best Places in Switzerland in May
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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 Selma in May
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Selma in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
Selma 3-Day Forecast
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