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Weather in Lugano for May 2026

Your guide to Lugano weather in May - trends and predictions

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    • Temperatures

  • Until now, May 2026 in Lugano has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 17.5 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.4 °C).

  • The forecast for the next days in Lugano predicts temperatures to be around 19 °C, close to the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Lugano at the beginning of May is 17.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 21.9 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Lugano experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 336.5 mm.

Average dry days
0
Dry days
Average rainy days
31
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
19°/7°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
9 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
81 %
Avg humidity

Lugano Weather May

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
2
Patchy rain possible
20°
3
Sunny
20°
4
Overcast
19°
5
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
6
Light rain
15°
7
Moderate or heavy rain shower
16°
8
Moderate or heavy rain shower
19°
9
Patchy rain possible
19°
10
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
11
Moderate or heavy rain shower
19°
12
Weather Alert Sunny
16°
13
Patchy rain possible
15°
14
Heavy rain
13°
15
Moderate rain
14°
16
Cloudy
18°
17
Sunny
18°
18
Patchy rain possible
18°
19
Patchy rain possible
19°
20
Patchy rain possible
22°
21
Patchy rain possible
23°
22
Patchy rain possible
17°
23
Patchy rain possible
24°
24
Patchy rain possible
26°
25
Moderate or heavy rain shower
21°
26
Sunny
23°
27
Heavy rain at times
20°
28
Moderate rain at times
23°
29
Patchy rain possible
24°
30
Patchy rain possible
21°
31
Patchy rain possible
21°

Temperatures trend during May in Lugano

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

May weather in Lugano day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /7° 9.7 mm 5
2 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 20° /6° 11.5 mm 5
3 May Sunny
Sunny
 20° /5° 2.1 mm 6
4 May Overcast
Overcast
 19° /6° 12.1 mm 4
5 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /7° 13.7 mm 4
6 May Light rain
Light rain
 15° /9° 16.7 mm 3
7 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 16° /7° 19.2 mm 4
8 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 19° /6° 8.8 mm 5
9 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /6° 8.3 mm 5
10 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /6° 12.1 mm 4
11 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 19° /7° 3.9 mm 4
12 May Sunny
Sunny
 16° /1° 0 mm 7.1
13 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /1° 0.1 mm 4.6
14 May Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 13° /0° 32.1 mm 5.6
15 May Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 14° /0° 15.9 mm 5.8
16 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 18° /0° 0 mm 2
17 May Sunny
Sunny
 18° /0° 0 mm 3
18 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /3° 0.1 mm 3
19 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /5° 0.3 mm 3
20 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /6° 0 mm 3
21 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /8° 1 mm 4
22 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /8° 2.1 mm 3
23 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 24° /7° 1 mm 4
24 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 26° /9° 2 mm 4
25 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 21° /6° 10.4 mm 5
26 May Sunny
Sunny
 23° /6° 2.7 mm 6
27 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 20° /8° 7.6 mm 5
28 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 23° /8° 3 mm 5
29 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 24° /7° 2.8 mm 6
30 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /8° 15.1 mm 5
31 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /9° 11.3 mm 5
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Lugano in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Lugano forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Lugano in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Lugano during May?

Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 19° and cooler nights around 7°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.

How much rainfall should be expected in Lugano during May?

Significant rainfall exceeding 336.5 mm is expected in Lugano during May, occurring over more than 31 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

What are the typical wind conditions in Lugano during May?

The average wind speed in Lugano during May is 9 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Lugano

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Luganos May weather 💧
Typically, Lugano has 31 rainy days in May with a total of 336.5 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Lugano during May

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of May ☀️

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