Stein am Rhein weather in May (Canton of Schaffhausen, Switzerland)

Looking to travel to Stein am Rhein in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Stein am Rhein typically experiences pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 19°C, while night temperatures can drop to 10°C.

Stein am Rhein in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 117 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 193 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, September typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Stein am Rhein climate page with graphs.

 

Stein am Rhein, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 117 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 193 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 45% *  

* Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Stein am Rhein in May?

For visitors traveling to Stein am Rhein, 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.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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