May Weather in Zermatt

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Zermatt, Switzerland, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 2°C (37°F). Highs can soar to 12°C (54°F), while lows may dip to -7°C (19°F). Typically, the humidity level in Zermatt throughout May hovers around 74%.

-7°C (19°F)

Minimum temperature

2°C (37°F)

Average temperature

12°C (54°F)

Maximum temperature

74%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Zermatt averages 180 mm (7.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 20 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 57 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 12 hours 10 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 31% probability of sunny days during this period.

180 mm (7.1 inches)

Precipitation

20 rainy days

Rainy days

12 hours 10 minutes

Sunshine hours

31%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Zermatt reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 3 5 7 9 9 9 8 6 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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