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May is a wet month in Cernier

Climate Overview

Cernier, Switzerland in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 15.7°C (60°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 18 days this month, totalling around 155 mm.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 13°C (56°F) at the start to 18°C (65°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 153 mm across the month.

Expect around 9.5h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 11.9h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 29th, averaging 18.2°C (65°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 3°C warmer with 4 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
18 days · 155 mm
Sunshine
10.5h / day
Humidity
78% — Humid
Wind
12 km/h
Wind Direction
NW (315°)
Gusts
34 km/h
Daylight
15.1 h
Cloud Cover
68%
Clear Sky Days
2.1
UV Index
5.5 — High
Dew Point
8°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%
Snow Days
1 days · 1.1 cm

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:59
Daylight 15.1h
Sunset 21:02

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 / -2°C
Feels Like
0°C / -6°C
Rain
15days (126 mm) Wet
Sun
5h Fair
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
13days
February
Poor
Temp
6°C / -1°C
Feels Like
3°C / -5°C
Rain
13days (84 mm) Wet
Sun
6.5h Fair
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
2.2 Moderate
Snow Days
9days
March
Poor
Temp
9°C / 1°C
Feels Like
6°C / -3°C
Rain
14days (94 mm) Wet
Sun
8.3h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
3.7 Moderate
Snow Days
8days
April
Fair
Temp
13°C / 4°C
Feels Like
10°C / 1°C
Rain
14days (99 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
5 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
May
Wet
Temp
16°C / 7°C
Feels Like
15°C / 5°C
Rain
18days (155 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
5.5 High
Snow Days
1days
June best
Wet
Temp
21°C / 12°C
Feels Like
22°C / 12°C
Rain
18days (140 mm) Wet
Sun
12h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
6.6 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 14°C
Feels Like
23°C / 14°C
Rain
16days (137 mm) Wet
Sun
12.3h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
6.4 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 14°C
Feels Like
23°C / 14°C
Rain
14days (120 mm) Wet
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
5.9 High
September best
Good
Temp
18°C / 11°C
Feels Like
18°C / 10°C
Rain
12days (106 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
4.3 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
14°C / 7°C
Feels Like
13°C / 5°C
Rain
14days (108 mm) Wet
Sun
7.2h Good
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
2.9 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
November
Poor
Temp
8°C / 2°C
Feels Like
5°C / -1°C
Rain
15days (115 mm) Wet
Sun
5.5h Fair
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
1.7 Low
Snow Days
6days
December
Poor
Temp
5°C / -1°C
Feels Like
2°C / -4°C
Rain
15days (120 mm) Wet
Sun
4.7h Fair
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
1.3 Low
Snow Days
10days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 4°C / -2°C 0°C / -6°C 15days (126 mm) Wet 5h Fair 86% Very Muggy 1.5 Low Poor View Details
February 6°C / -1°C 3°C / -5°C 13days (84 mm) Wet 6.5h Fair 82% Humid 2.2 Moderate Poor View Details
March 9°C / 1°C 6°C / -3°C 14days (94 mm) Wet 8.3h Good 77% Humid 3.7 Moderate Poor View Details
April 13°C / 4°C 10°C / 1°C 14days (99 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 74% Muggy 5 Moderate Fair View Details
May 16°C / 7°C 15°C / 5°C 18days (155 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 78% Humid 5.5 High Wet View Details
June best 21°C / 12°C 22°C / 12°C 18days (140 mm) Wet 12h Excellent 76% Humid 6.6 High Wet View Details
July best 22°C / 14°C 23°C / 14°C 16days (137 mm) Wet 12.3h Excellent 73% Muggy 6.4 High Excellent View Details
August best 23°C / 14°C 23°C / 14°C 14days (120 mm) Wet 11.2h Excellent 76% Humid 5.9 High Excellent View Details
September best 18°C / 11°C 18°C / 10°C 12days (106 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 80% Humid 4.3 Moderate Good View Details
October 14°C / 7°C 13°C / 5°C 14days (108 mm) Wet 7.2h Good 84% Humid 2.9 Moderate Fair View Details
November 8°C / 2°C 5°C / -1°C 15days (115 mm) Wet 5.5h Fair 88% Very Muggy 1.7 Low Poor View Details
December 5°C / -1°C 2°C / -4°C 15days (120 mm) Wet 4.7h Fair 88% Very Muggy 1.3 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 Cernier, with average highs of 16°C (60°F) and around 18 rainy days. Cernier, Switzerland in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 15.7°C (60°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain
Cernier typically sees around 18 rainy days in May with 155 mm (6.1 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Cernier during May are cool at around 7°C (45°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 16°C (60°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 Cernier. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Cernier during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Cernier gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Cernier typically sees around 1 snow days in May with roughly 1 cm (0 in) of snowfall.

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