St. Gallen weather in May (St.Gallen Canton, Switzerland)
How is the weather in St. Gallen in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In May, St. Gallen generally has pleasant temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 18°C (show in °F). However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 9°C.
St. Gallen in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 171 mm (show in inches) for the month. Typically around 18 days of rainfall is expected.
The area enjoys a balanced 188 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit St. Gallen. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized St. Gallen climate page with graphs.
St. Gallen, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
8.8°C
Max Temperature
18.2°C
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
171 mm
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
71%
Sunshine
188 hours
Percentage Sunshine
42%
Where to go in Switzerland in May
Find out more about the weather in Switzerland in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in St. Gallen in May?
For visitors traveling to St. Gallen, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.
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