Does it snow in Zurich in May?

Even if March officially heralds the beginning of spring, it can still be quite cold in Zurich and may even snow.

Is May a good time to visit Switzerland?

Overall, May is a good month to visit Switzerland. The weather is improving and it is not too busy yet. It gets warmer to the end of the month. The average maximum temperature throughout the month is 19 degrees Celsius (66 Fahrenheit) while it rains on 12 days in Zurich.

What months does it snow in Switzerland?

Switzerland is not covered in snow all year long, not even in winter. The higher areas, from about 1,500 m, are mostly covered in snow in winter (late December to March). Many mountain tops from 3,000 m are always covered in snow. January and February are the best winter months to find snow even down in the valleys.

What season is May in Switzerland?

The seasons in Switzerland are winter (mid December to mid March), spring (mid March to mid June), summer (mid June to mid September) and fall (mid September to mid December). The weather varies greatly by region and altitude.

Is there snow in Lucerne in May?

In Lucerne snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it rain a lot in Switzerland in May?

In spring and autumn, Swiss average temperatures vary between 8°C and 15°C. Temperatures, however, vary greatly according to altitude. Generally most of Switzerland receives about 1000 mm of precipitation per year, the rains fall more intensely between May and August.

What is the coldest month in Switzerland?

January

Quick Climate Info
Hottest Month	July (67 °F avg)
Coldest Month	January (34 °F avg)
Wettest Month	July (4.92″ avg)
Windiest Month	March (5 mph avg)

Does it rain in Switzerland in May?

In May, in Zürich, Switzerland, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout May, 122mm (4.8″) of precipitation is accumulated.