Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Lausanne, Switzerland, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 12°C (55°F). Highs can soar to 23°C (74°F), while lows may dip to 4°C (39°F). Typically, the humidity level in Lausanne throughout May hovers around 80%.
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In May, Lausanne averages 142 mm (5.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 0 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 26 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 33% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Lausanne reaches a maximum of 8, 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.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 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 | ||||||