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May is a wet month in Bauma

Climate Overview

Bauma, Switzerland in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 16.9°C (62°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 21 days this month, totalling around 194 mm.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 15°C (58°F) at the start to 19°C (66°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 194 mm across the month.

Expect around 9.3h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 12.2h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 28th, averaging 19.2°C (67°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 3°C warmer with 6 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
17°C / 8°C
Feels Like
16°C / 6°C
Rain
21 days · 194 mm
Sunshine
10.3h / day
Humidity
76% — Humid
Wind
10 km/h
Wind Direction
WNW (296°)
Gusts
33 km/h
Daylight
15.1 h
Cloud Cover
70%
Clear Sky Days
2.1
UV Index
5.6 — High
Dew Point
8°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%
Snow Days
3 days · 5.1 cm

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

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Daily Sunshine

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:50
Daylight 15.1h
Sunset 20:55

What to Expect

Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
4°C / -3°C
Feels Like
1°C / -6°C
Rain
15days (140 mm) Wet
Sun
5.5h Fair
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
17days
February
Poor
Temp
7°C / -2°C
Feels Like
4°C / -5°C
Rain
12days (94 mm) Wet
Sun
6.8h Fair
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
2.2 Moderate
Snow Days
12days
March
Poor
Temp
10°C / 0°C
Feels Like
7°C / -3°C
Rain
15days (109 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
3.3 Moderate
Snow Days
13days
April
Fair
Temp
14°C / 3°C
Feels Like
12°C / 1°C
Rain
15days (124 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
4.8 Moderate
Snow Days
9days
May
Wet
Temp
17°C / 8°C
Feels Like
16°C / 6°C
Rain
21days (194 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
5.6 High
Snow Days
3days
June best
Wet
Temp
22°C / 13°C
Feels Like
23°C / 13°C
Rain
19days (201 mm) Wet
Sun
11.7h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
6.5 High
July best
Wet
Temp
24°C / 15°C
Feels Like
24°C / 15°C
Rain
21days (212 mm) Wet
Sun
11.7h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
6.4 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 15°C
Feels Like
25°C / 15°C
Rain
18days (211 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
5.6 High
September best
Fair
Temp
19°C / 11°C
Feels Like
19°C / 11°C
Rain
15days (149 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
4.2 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
October
Fair
Temp
15°C / 7°C
Feels Like
14°C / 5°C
Rain
14days (120 mm) Wet
Sun
7.3h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
2.8 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
November
Poor
Temp
9°C / 2°C
Feels Like
6°C / -1°C
Rain
13days (111 mm) Wet
Sun
5.7h Fair
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
1.7 Low
Snow Days
11days
December
Poor
Temp
5°C / -1°C
Feels Like
3°C / -5°C
Rain
15days (129 mm) Wet
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
1.2 Low
Snow Days
15days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 4°C / -3°C 1°C / -6°C 15days (140 mm) Wet 5.5h Fair 83% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details
February 7°C / -2°C 4°C / -5°C 12days (94 mm) Wet 6.8h Fair 80% Humid 2.2 Moderate Poor View Details
March 10°C / 0°C 7°C / -3°C 15days (109 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 76% Humid 3.3 Moderate Poor View Details
April 14°C / 3°C 12°C / 1°C 15days (124 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 74% Muggy 4.8 Moderate Fair View Details
May 17°C / 8°C 16°C / 6°C 21days (194 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 76% Humid 5.6 High Wet View Details
June best 22°C / 13°C 23°C / 13°C 19days (201 mm) Wet 11.7h Excellent 75% Muggy 6.5 High Wet View Details
July best 24°C / 15°C 24°C / 15°C 21days (212 mm) Wet 11.7h Excellent 74% Muggy 6.4 High Wet View Details
August best 24°C / 15°C 25°C / 15°C 18days (211 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 76% Humid 5.6 High Excellent View Details
September best 19°C / 11°C 19°C / 11°C 15days (149 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 81% Humid 4.2 Moderate Fair View Details
October 15°C / 7°C 14°C / 5°C 14days (120 mm) Wet 7.3h Good 83% Humid 2.8 Moderate Fair View Details
November 9°C / 2°C 6°C / -1°C 13days (111 mm) Wet 5.7h Fair 86% Very Muggy 1.7 Low Poor View Details
December 5°C / -1°C 3°C / -5°C 15days (129 mm) Wet 4.9h Fair 86% Very Muggy 1.2 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Bundle up with a warm coat, scarf, and closed-toe shoes. Thermal layers underneath give flexibility between indoors and outdoors.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Layered clothingLight jacketUmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically wet for visiting Bauma, with average highs of 17°C (62°F) and around 21 rainy days. Bauma, Switzerland in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 16.9°C (62°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain f
Bauma typically sees around 21 rainy days in May with 194 mm (7.6 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Bauma during May are cool at around 8°C (46°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 17°C (62°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) in May, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Bauma. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Bauma during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Bauma gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Bauma typically sees around 3 snow days in May with roughly 5 cm (2 in) of snowfall.

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