Lucerne · SpringMonth summary
Lucerne weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
48°F – 64°F
🌧 Rainy days
58% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (7.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Lucerne in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in May (7.0/10). August scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Lucerne in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Lucerne. Temperatures rise (18°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 58% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. August (7.6/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 32°F | 41°F | 50% | 0.1in | 6.1h | 2.1/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 32°F | 46°F | 45% | 0.1in | 7.4h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 36°F | 52°F | 46% | 0.1in | 9.6h | 4.4/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 41°F | 59°F | 44% | 0.2in | 11.7h | 6.5/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 48°F | 64°F | 58% | 0.2in | 11.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 57°F | 75°F | 54% | 0.2in | 13.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 61°F | 75°F | 58% | 0.3in | 12.9h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 61°F | 77°F | 48% | 0.2in | 12.3h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 55°F | 68°F | 47% | 0.2in | 10.7h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 48°F | 59°F | 42% | 0.2in | 8.8h | 5.5/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 39°F | 48°F | 47% | 0.1in | 6.0h | 3.6/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 32°F | 43°F | 47% | 0.1in | 5.2h | 2.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Lucerne averages 64°F, 58% rainy days and 11.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
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Comparison
May vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 7.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +7°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -10%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Lucerne in May
Is May a good time to visit Lucerne?
May is an acceptable time for Lucerne (score 7.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider August (7.6/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Lucerne in May?
Yes, 58% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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