The month in detail
What to expect in May
Off-season for skiing Davos — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.
May ranks 6 out of 12 months in Davos. Compared to April: +5°F daytime, 9 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
6 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
3°
Daylight
14.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Davos is August (7.2/10), 3.2 pts higher than May.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.
Country · Switzerland
🗣️LanguageGerman
💶CurrencySwiss Franc (Fr)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery expensive · 5/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 68°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 32°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 46%
🏔️ Mountain stay
⛰️Village altitude5118 ft
🎿Ski area5118 → 9331 ft
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Davos ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
SwitzerlandAlpine mountain climate climate with a 7.2 → 0.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
46.80°N · 9.84°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Davos?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: March (ski score 8.2/10). For hiking/suiner: March (8.2/10, 5.0°F).
Can you ski in Davos in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.7/10. Cold temperatures (0°F max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Davos in suiner?
In March, temperatures average 5.0°F. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Davos?
April is the wettest month with April has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Davos in May?
The average UV index reaches 6 in May in Davos (moderate), with about 14.8h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.