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May is a wet month in Salvan

Climate Overview

Salvan, Switzerland in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 15.1°C (59°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 21 days this month, totalling around 206 mm.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 12°C (54°F) at the start to 18°C (64°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 204 mm across the month.

Expect around 9.4h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 11.7h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 28th, averaging 18.1°C (65°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 4°C warmer with 6 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
15°C / 6°C
Feels Like
15°C / 4°C
Rain
21 days · 206 mm
Sunshine
10.5h / day
Humidity
80% — Very Humid
Wind
7 km/h
Wind Direction
NE (43°)
Gusts
34 km/h
Daylight
15 h
Cloud Cover
71%
Clear Sky Days
1.1
UV Index
5.9 — High
Dew Point
7°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%
Snow Days
7 days · 16.5 cm
Frost Days
2 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 06:01
Daylight 15h
Sunset 20:58

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
2°C / -7°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -11°C
Rain
14days (159 mm) Wet
Sun
5.7h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
1.9 Low
Snow Days
16days
February
Poor
Temp
6°C / -4°C
Feels Like
3°C / -8°C
Rain
12days (108 mm) Wet
Sun
7.1h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
2.9 Moderate
Snow Days
13days
March
Poor
Temp
8°C / -2°C
Feels Like
6°C / -5°C
Rain
14days (126 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
4.4 Moderate
Snow Days
15days
April
Poor
Temp
11°C / 2°C
Feels Like
10°C / -1°C
Rain
15days (127 mm) Wet
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
5.7 High
Snow Days
10days
May
Wet
Temp
15°C / 6°C
Feels Like
15°C / 4°C
Rain
21days (206 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
5.9 High
Snow Days
7days
June best
Wet
Temp
22°C / 11°C
Feels Like
23°C / 11°C
Rain
19days (205 mm) Wet
Sun
11.7h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
7 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 13°C
Feels Like
25°C / 13°C
Rain
18days (210 mm) Wet
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
7 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 12°C
Feels Like
25°C / 12°C
Rain
15days (163 mm) Wet
Sun
11.1h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
6.3 High
September best
Fair
Temp
19°C / 9°C
Feels Like
19°C / 8°C
Rain
15days (147 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
4.7 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
October
Fair
Temp
15°C / 5°C
Feels Like
15°C / 3°C
Rain
13days (124 mm) Wet
Sun
7.6h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
3.3 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
November
Poor
Temp
8°C / -2°C
Feels Like
6°C / -5°C
Rain
14days (142 mm) Wet
Sun
6.1h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
2.1 Moderate
Snow Days
12days
December
Poor
Temp
4°C / -6°C
Feels Like
1°C / -10°C
Rain
14days (176 mm) Wet
Sun
5.1h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
1.6 Low
Snow Days
15days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 2°C / -7°C -1°C / -11°C 14days (159 mm) Wet 5.7h Fair 77% Humid 1.9 Low Poor View Details
February 6°C / -4°C 3°C / -8°C 12days (108 mm) Wet 7.1h Good 77% Humid 2.9 Moderate Poor View Details
March 8°C / -2°C 6°C / -5°C 14days (126 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 76% Humid 4.4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 11°C / 2°C 10°C / -1°C 15days (127 mm) Wet 10.7h Excellent 75% Muggy 5.7 High Poor View Details
May 15°C / 6°C 15°C / 4°C 21days (206 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 80% Humid 5.9 High Wet View Details
June best 22°C / 11°C 23°C / 11°C 19days (205 mm) Wet 11.7h Excellent 79% Humid 7 High Wet View Details
July best 23°C / 13°C 25°C / 13°C 18days (210 mm) Wet 12.1h Excellent 77% Humid 7 High Excellent View Details
August best 23°C / 12°C 25°C / 12°C 15days (163 mm) Wet 11.1h Excellent 77% Humid 6.3 High Excellent View Details
September best 19°C / 9°C 19°C / 8°C 15days (147 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 82% Humid 4.7 Moderate Fair View Details
October 15°C / 5°C 15°C / 3°C 13days (124 mm) Wet 7.6h Good 81% Humid 3.3 Moderate Fair View Details
November 8°C / -2°C 6°C / -5°C 14days (142 mm) Wet 6.1h Fair 81% Humid 2.1 Moderate Poor View Details
December 4°C / -6°C 1°C / -10°C 14days (176 mm) Wet 5.1h Fair 77% Humid 1.6 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 Salvan, with average highs of 15°C (59°F) and around 21 rainy days. Salvan, Switzerland in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 15.1°C (59°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain
Salvan typically sees around 21 rainy days in May with 206 mm (8.1 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Salvan during May are cool at around 6°C (42°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 6°C (42°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 Salvan. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Salvan during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Salvan gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Salvan typically sees around 7 snow days in May with roughly 17 cm (6 in) of snowfall.

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