Zermatt
May
Weather in Zermatt for May 2026
Your guide to Zermatt weather in May - trends and predictions
Snowfall in Zermatt during May is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
According to Zermatt snow forecast for May 2026, 4 snowy days are expected at the beginning of May. The first snowfall for May is expected in Friday, 8 May.The forecast for the first days of May 2026 in Zermatt predicts temperatures to be around 2 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Zermatt at the beginning of May is 3.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 7.6 °C by the end of May.
Zermatt experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 1338.1 mm.
Snow Forecast ❄️
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Rain 🌧️
0
Dry days
30
Rainy days
1
Snow days
11°/-5°
Temperatures
10 km/h
Avg max wind
87 %
Avg humidity
Zermatt Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Zermatt
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May weather in Zermatt day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May |  Patchy rain possible | 6° /-4° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 May | Patchy rain possible | 6° /-1° | 3.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-1° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 May |  Light freezing rain | 3° /-2° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 May | Patchy rain possible | 2° /-3° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 May |  Light drizzle | 1° /-1° | 5.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 May | Light drizzle | 1° /-1° | 6.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 May |  Light sleet showers | 0° /-2° | 5 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 9 May |  Heavy snow | -2° /-5° | 6 mm | 3.1 cm | |
| 10 May |  Light snow | -2° /-7° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 11 May |  Patchy moderate snow | 2° /-7° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 May |  Light sleet | 0° /-5° | 16.5 mm | 3.2 cm | |
| 13 May | Light freezing rain | 4° /-2° | 7.7 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 14 May |  Moderate snow | 5° /-3° | 3.9 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 15 May | Light freezing rain | 4° /-1° | 5.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 5° /-1° | 3 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 5° /-3° | 2.7 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 18 May |  Cloudy | 5° /-3° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 May | Patchy moderate snow | 6° /-2° | 6.8 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 20 May | Light freezing rain | 6° /-1° | 10 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 6° /0° | 12.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 7° /-1° | 5.9 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 23 May | Light freezing rain | 5° /-1° | 8.6 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 24 May |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /-2° | 13.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /-1° | 13.6 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 26 May | Patchy rain possible | 8° /-1° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 May | Patchy rain possible | 8° /1° | 5.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 May | Patchy rain possible | 9° /0° | 7.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /0° | 8.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 May |  Heavy rain at times | 8° /0° | 5.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 May | Moderate rain at times | 7° /1° | 6.2 mm | 1.2 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Zermatt 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 Zermatt forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Zermatt in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Zermatt during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 11° and lows near -5°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Zermatt during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 1338.1 mm is expected in Zermatt during May, occurring over more than 30 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Zermatt in May 2026?
Zermatt typically sees 183.4 cm of snowfall during May.
What are the typical wind conditions in Zermatt during May?
The average wind speed in Zermatt during May is 10 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Zermatt snow forecast May 2026
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On average, Zermatt sees 1 snowy days during May, with approximately 183.4 cm of total snowfall.
May rainfall patterns in Zermatt
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Typically, Zermatt has 30 rainy days in May with a total of 1338.1 mm of rainfall.
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