May weather forecast
Kriens, Switzerland

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Weather in May

May in Kriens showcases the full glory of spring. The city experiences the highest rainfall in its annual cycle during this month at 114mm (4.49"), promoting fresh growth and lush landscapes. Visitors and locals alike, relish the indulgent spells of sunshine that pepper the wetter periods. Enduring longer days and increased amount of sunshine, Kriens in May, stands as a testimony to spring’s magic. Moreover, the harmonious melody of spring showers further accentuates the season's charm.

Temperature

May's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a mild 15.7°C (60.3°F), hardly different from the previous month. Throughout May, Kriens experiences a low-temperature average of 5.1°C (41.2°F).

Humidity

In Kriens, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 21.5 days. Throughout May, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kriens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.8 days and collects up to 981mm (38.62") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Kriens aggregates 8mm (0.31") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.5 snowfall days, and 692mm (27.24") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 5min.
On the first day of May in Kriens, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 20:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 21:13 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Kriens?

During May, Kriens experiences an average high-temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F) and a low-temperature of 5.1°C (41.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Kriens?

In Kriens, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Kriens?

In May, in Kriens, the rain falls for 21.5 days. Throughout May, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Kriens?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Kriens. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Kriens aggregates 8mm (0.31") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Kriens?

The average day length in May is 15h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Kriens?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 20:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 21:13 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Kriens?

In Kriens, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Kriens?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kriens is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kriens, Switzerland

Average temperature in May - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in May: 15.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.9°C).

Average pressure in May
Kriens, Switzerland

Average pressure in May - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kriens, Switzerland

Average wind speed in May - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kriens, Switzerland

Average humidity in May - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Kriens, Switzerland

Average rainfall in May - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in May: 114mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (121mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (52mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kriens, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in May - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kriens, Switzerland

Average snowfall in May - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in May: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (169mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Kriens, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in May - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kriens, Switzerland

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kriens, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in May - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Kriens, Switzerland

Average UV index in May - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Kriens, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in May - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Kriens, Switzerland

Average visibility in May - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

Kriens, Switzerland

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