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Susten Weather in May
Susten in May sees low temperatures, with highs around 11°C (52°F) and overnight lows of 1°C (34°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 151 mm (5.9 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
Rainfall in Susten in May
On average, there are about 20 days with rain during this month, averaging 151 mm (5.9 in). 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 Susten in May
May in Susten brings low temperatures, with highs of 11°C (52°F) and nights around 1°C (34°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 1°C (34°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Susten in May
The city usually sees around 230 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days despite the cool temperatures, making it a good month for sightseeing.May in Susten has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Susten Temperature in May
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
66%
Precipitation
151 mm (5.9 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
62% *
Sunshine
230 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
56% *
* Data from: Sion, Switzerland (25 KM, 15 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 Susten 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Susten 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 -
Outdoor sports5/10
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