Geneva in May
6.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 17°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
17°CAvg high
8°CAvg low
16Rainy days (144 mm)
14:46 hDaylight
06:09Sunrise · 20:55 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 17°C
- Very wet: about 16 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.7 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C | -2°C | 115 mm | 13 | – | – | 4.1 |
| February | 6°C | -2°C | 100 mm | 11 | – | – | 4.6 |
| March | 10°C | 1°C | 109 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.2 |
| April | 14°C | 4°C | 109 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 17°C | 8°C | 144 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.0 |
| June | 21°C | 11°C | 123 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 23°C | 13°C | 123 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.2 |
| August | 23°C | 13°C | 117 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.2 |
| September | 19°C | 10°C | 109 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.8 |
| October | 14°C | 6°C | 112 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.0 |
| November | 8°C | 1°C | 124 mm | 13 | – | – | 4.8 |
| December | 5°C | -1°C | 131 mm | 13 | – | – | 4.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Geneva in May?
Daytime highs average 17°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Geneva?
The best months are July, August, June, September.