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Geneva in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Geneva in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Geneva, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Geneva in May 2024

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Geneva in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +66°F during the day and approximately 6 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 14 rainy days in the month and around 152 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+66°F
Avg. max. temperature
+30°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
152 mm
Total precipitation
67%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Geneva has OK weather in May.

Average temperature in Geneva in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Geneva for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in May is +75°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +88°F during the day and a minimum of +43°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +66°F.

Is Geneva warm or cold in May?

Geneva is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +57°F to +66°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +41°F to +48°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Geneva:

Climate in Geneva in May

Geneva weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+57°F+66°F+73°F
Min. temperature
+25°F+30°F+37°F
Max. temperature
+81°F+90°F+97°F
Rainfall
116 mm152 mm158 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
65%67%66%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1015 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
767
Cloudy days
121110
Rainy days
101413
Snowy days
100

May weather is still as ok as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +57°F to +66°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 116 mm to 152 mm. Humidity rises from 65% to 67%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in April to 6 in May.

June brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Geneva in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Geneva is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Geneva based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 32% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 64 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 22 mm, which is considered light rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
May is one of the rainiest months in Geneva, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Geneva wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 43% chance of precipitation and 158 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 21% chance of precipitation and 90 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Geneva?

This is the weather in Geneva in May 2023:
1 May
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+66°F
2 May
☀️
+67°F
3 May
☀️
+67°F
4 May
☀️
+66°F
5 May
🌧️
+56°F
6 May
☁️
+61°F
7 May
☀️
+68°F
8 May
☁️
+67°F
9 May
☀️
+72°F
10 May
☀️
+79°F
11 May
☀️
+82°F
12 May
☀️
+80°F
13 May
☀️
+77°F
14 May
☀️
+79°F
15 May
☀️
+83°F
16 May
☀️
+79°F
17 May
☀️
+82°F
18 May
☀️
+83°F
19 May
☀️
+83°F
20 May
☀️
+88°F
21 May
☀️
+87°F
22 May
☀️
+78°F
23 May
🌧️
+83°F
24 May
☁️
+64°F
25 May
☀️
+73°F
26 May
☀️
+75°F
27 May
☀️
+79°F
28 May
☀️
+72°F
29 May
☀️
+68°F
30 May
☀️
+73°F
31 May
🌧️
+66°F
In May 2023 Geneva had 25 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +88°F and a minimum of +55°F. The average humidity was 60%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 24%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Geneva climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Geneva in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+60°F) and the highest in 2022 (+77°F). The driest year was 2022 with only 64 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 291 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Geneva in May:

Is May a good time to visit Geneva?

It’s always a good time to visit Geneva, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Geneva in May?

May has mild temperatures in Geneva. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Geneva rainy in May?

Geneva is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Geneva in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Geneva in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Switzerland

Check out the weather for other cities in Switzerland.

Monthly weather in Geneva

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Geneva, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.