Zurich weather in May 2021

Get the latest coronavirus (COVID-19) updates for Switzerland with current travel advice, statistics and online resources.

  • 18°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Zurich18
    18°C max day temperature
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • 18 days with some rainfall in May in Zurich18
    18 days with some rainfall
  • 8°C minimum night-time temperature in May in Zurich8
    8°C min night temperature
  • 15 hours of daylight per day in May in Zurich15
    15 hours of daylight per day
  • No heat & humidity in May in Zurich0
    No heat & humidity
  • 110 mm monthly rainfall in May in Zurich110
    110 mm of monthly rainfall
  • UV (maximum) index 7 (High) in May in Zurich7
    7 (High) UV index

Recommended for Switzerland

  • Top deals & discounts
  • Zurich weather overview
  • Zurich climate averages by month
  • More destinations
  • Best time to go to Zurich
  • Zurich 5-day weather forecast

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

The May weather guide for Zurich, Switzerland shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia), the Met Office & the Netherlands Meteorological Institute. Find out more about our data sources.

Sunweb: Early booking discounts on ski breaks

  • Save on skiing holidays in winter 2020/2021
  • Book chalets, hotels & self-catered apartments in Europe
  • Lift passes included in all deals. Book holidays to Europe
Go to Sunweb deal >>

How hot is it in Zurich in May?

Daytime temperatures usually reach 18°C in Zurich in May, falling to 8°C at night.

How sunny is it in Zurich in May?

There are normally 6 hours of bright sunshine each day in Zurich in May - that's 37% of daylight hours.

Does it rain in Zurich in May?

There are usually 18 days with some rain in Zurich in May and the average monthly rainfall is 110mm.

Zurich sunrise & sunset times for May 2021

Browse the sunrise & sunset times for Zurich in May 2021. Select a month to view Zurich sunrise & sunset times for the next twelve months.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Date Sunrise times Sunset times
Saturday, 1st May 2021 06:09 20:38
Sunday, 16th May 2021 05:48 20:57
Monday, 31st May 2021 05:34 21:14

Momondo: Compare latest car hire deals

  • Search & compare the best car hire deals
  • Free 48-hour cancellation policy & no hidden charges
  • Check prices with Avis, Europcar, Sixt & more
Go to Momondo deal >>

View all Momondo offers

Metric (°C / mm)  |  Imperial (°F / inches)

Back to top

Discover more about Switzerland

Where is hot in Switzerland in May for 2021/2022?

Below are average maximum temperatures at popular destinations in Switzerland in May. Select a destination to see more weather parameters.

More destinations & map >>

Related posts

Popular travel offers

Top ^

*affiliate links: find out how we are funded and why this helps us remain free to use.