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May in St. Moritz averages 8°C (46°F) during the day and -1°C (30°F) at night. Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical this month, with around 131 mm (5.2 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.
May in St. Moritz 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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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in St. Moritz typically rise from around 9°C (48°F) at the start of May to approximately 12°C (54°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from -1°C (30°F) to 2°C (36°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for St. Moritz spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in St. Moritz between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during 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).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in St. Moritz in May. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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