2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Lucerne in May

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

May is an excellent time to visit Lucerne. Lucerne has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 18°C, lows of 9°C, and approximately 13 rainy days per month.

Avg High

18°C

Avg Low

9°C

Rainy days

13days

Daylight

15.1h

Is May a good time to visit Lucerne?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

5:52 AM

Sunset

8:56 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 6°C 0°C 9 Good
February 10°C 2°C 17 Wet
March 10°C 1°C 13 Wet
April 18°C 6°C 7 Good
May 18°C 9°C 13 Excellent (best)
June 21°C 13°C 19 Excellent (best)
July 24°C 16°C 17 Wet
August 24°C 17°C 15 Wet
September 21°C 13°C 11 Excellent (best)
October 14°C 8°C 18 Excellent (best)
November 10°C 4°C 5 Good
December 6°C 1°C 16 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit Lucerne? +

May is typically Excellent for visiting Lucerne, with average highs of 18°C and around 13 rainy days.

What should I pack for Lucerne in May? +

With highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Lucerne in May? +

Lucerne typically sees around 13 rainy days in May.

How many hours of daylight are there in Lucerne in May? +

In May, Lucerne gets approximately 15.1 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Lucerne? +

Yes, May is peak season in Lucerne. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Lucerne? +

The best months to visit Lucerne are May, June, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Zurich)

Last Updated: January 2026

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