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May is a wet month in Binz

Climate Overview

Binz, Switzerland in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 16.2°C (61°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 19 days this month, totalling around 170 mm.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 14°C (57°F) at the start to 18°C (65°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 169 mm across the month.

Expect around 9.3h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 12.1h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 28th, averaging 18.5°C (65°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 3°C warmer with 5 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
16°C / 7°C
Feels Like
15°C / 5°C
Rain
19 days · 170 mm
Sunshine
10.3h / day
Humidity
74% — Humid
Wind
10 km/h
Wind Direction
WNW (296°)
Gusts
32 km/h
Daylight
15.1 h
Cloud Cover
67%
Clear Sky Days
2.5
UV Index
5.6 — High
Dew Point
7°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%
Snow Days
2 days · 2.6 cm

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

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Daily Sunshine

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:51
Daylight 15.1h
Sunset 20:56

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
0°C / -7°C
Rain
15days (131 mm) Wet
Sun
5.5h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
15days
February
Poor
Temp
7°C / -2°C
Feels Like
4°C / -5°C
Rain
12days (89 mm) Wet
Sun
6.8h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
2.2 Moderate
Snow Days
11days
March
Poor
Temp
10°C / 0°C
Feels Like
7°C / -3°C
Rain
14days (97 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
3.4 Moderate
Snow Days
11days
April
Fair
Temp
13°C / 3°C
Feels Like
11°C / 0°C
Rain
14days (111 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
4.9 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
May
Wet
Temp
16°C / 7°C
Feels Like
15°C / 5°C
Rain
19days (170 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
Snow Days
2days
June best
Good
Temp
22°C / 12°C
Feels Like
22°C / 12°C
Rain
16days (168 mm) Wet
Sun
11.7h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
6.5 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 14°C
Feels Like
23°C / 14°C
Rain
16days (145 mm) Wet
Sun
11.7h Excellent
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
6.4 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 14°C
Feels Like
24°C / 15°C
Rain
14days (160 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
September best
Good
Temp
18°C / 11°C
Feels Like
18°C / 10°C
Rain
14days (129 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
4.2 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
14°C / 6°C
Feels Like
13°C / 4°C
Rain
13days (108 mm) Wet
Sun
7.2h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
2.8 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
November
Poor
Temp
8°C / 1°C
Feels Like
5°C / -2°C
Rain
14days (104 mm) Wet
Sun
5.7h Fair
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
1.6 Low
Snow Days
9days
December
Poor
Temp
5°C / -1°C
Feels Like
2°C / -5°C
Rain
15days (121 mm) Wet
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
1.2 Low
Snow Days
12days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 4°C / -3°C 0°C / -7°C 15days (131 mm) Wet 5.5h Fair 81% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details
February 7°C / -2°C 4°C / -5°C 12days (89 mm) Wet 6.8h Fair 77% Humid 2.2 Moderate Poor View Details
March 10°C / 0°C 7°C / -3°C 14days (97 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 73% Muggy 3.4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 13°C / 3°C 11°C / 0°C 14days (111 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 72% Muggy 4.9 Moderate Fair View Details
May 16°C / 7°C 15°C / 5°C 19days (170 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 74% Muggy 5.6 High Wet View Details
June best 22°C / 12°C 22°C / 12°C 16days (168 mm) Wet 11.7h Excellent 73% Muggy 6.5 High Good View Details
July best 23°C / 14°C 23°C / 14°C 16days (145 mm) Wet 11.7h Excellent 71% Muggy 6.4 High Excellent View Details
August best 23°C / 14°C 24°C / 15°C 14days (160 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 73% Muggy 5.6 High Excellent View Details
September best 18°C / 11°C 18°C / 10°C 14days (129 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 78% Humid 4.2 Moderate Good View Details
October 14°C / 6°C 13°C / 4°C 13days (108 mm) Wet 7.2h Good 81% Humid 2.8 Moderate Fair View Details
November 8°C / 1°C 5°C / -2°C 14days (104 mm) Wet 5.7h Fair 84% Humid 1.6 Low Poor View Details
December 5°C / -1°C 2°C / -5°C 15days (121 mm) Wet 4.9h Fair 85% Humid 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 Binz, with average highs of 16°C (61°F) and around 19 rainy days. Binz, Switzerland in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 16.2°C (61°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain fa
Binz typically sees around 19 rainy days in May with 170 mm (6.7 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Binz during May are cool at around 7°C (45°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 7°C (45°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 Binz. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Binz during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Binz gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Binz typically sees around 2 snow days in May with roughly 3 cm (1 in) of snowfall.

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