SwitzerlandAverage weather for Zurich in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Zurich with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 12°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Zurich with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 9°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 19°C, with nights around 10°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Zurich is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 121 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,3 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Zurich in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
19°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
23°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
13°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
121 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
14 days | 14 days | |
 Total snowfall |
0,3 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 0 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Zurich?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Zurich. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2022, Zurich reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 18°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Zurich
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Zurich, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Zurich
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Zurich, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 14 days of precipitation in Zurich.
Daily Snowfall in May in Zurich
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Zurich, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV index in May in Zurich
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Zurich, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Zurich over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Zurich, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Zurich over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Zurich, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Zurich per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Zurich, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in May for Zurich
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Average weather in Zurich by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Zurich. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
