May weather forecast
Gimmelwald, Switzerland

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a frosty month in Gimmelwald, Switzerland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 6.8°C (44.2°F) and an average low of -1.2°C (29.8°F).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a cold 3.8°C (38.8°F) to a frosty 6.8°C (44.2°F). Throughout May, the average low-temperature in Gimmelwald records at a freezing cold -1.2°C (29.8°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Gimmelwald, in May, during 18.4 rainfall days, 111mm (4.37") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.6 rainfall days, and 908mm (35.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gimmelwald are January through December. In Gimmelwald, in May, during 12.9 snowfall days, 389mm (15.31") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.6 snowfall days, and 3282mm (129.21") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 20:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 21:13 CEST.

Sunshine

In Gimmelwald, Switzerland, the average sunshine in May is 6.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Gimmelwald, Switzerland, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Gimmelwald during May?
In Gimmelwald, 6.8°C (44.2°F) is the average high-temperature and -1.2°C (29.8°F) is the average low-temperature during May.
What is the average humidity in May in Gimmelwald?
In May, the average relative humidity in Gimmelwald is 90%.
How much does it rain in Gimmelwald in May?
In Gimmelwald, during May, the rain falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 111mm (4.37") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Gimmelwald in May?
In Gimmelwald, Switzerland, in May, snow falls for 12.9 days, with typically accumulated 389mm (15.31") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Gimmelwald have in May?
In Gimmelwald, the average day length in May is 15h and 2min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Gimmelwald?
On the first day of May in Gimmelwald, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 20:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 21:13 CEST.
How long on average sun shines in May in Gimmelwald?
The average sunshine duration in May in Gimmelwald is 6.9h.
How high is the UV index in May in Gimmelwald?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average temperature in May
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in May: 6.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -1.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (5.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-11.9°C).

Average pressure in May - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average pressure in May
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6km/h).

Average humidity in May - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average humidity in May
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in May: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (82%).

Average rainfall in May - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average rainfall in May
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in May: 111mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (116mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (43mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in May
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (4 days).

Average snowfall in May - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average snowfall in May
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in May: 389mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (506mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (8mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in May
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.2 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.8 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in May
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 4.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.6 days).

Average UV index in May - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average UV index in May
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in May: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in May
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in May - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average visibility in May
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in May: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (7km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and May (6km).

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