Zermatt
May
Weather in Zermatt for May 2026
Your guide to Zermatt weather in May - trends and predictions
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Zermatt is transformed into a snow paradise in May, with more than 20 snowy days on average.
According to Zermatt snow forecast for May 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.Until now, May 2026 in Zermatt has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 4.5 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.1 °C).
Expect cooler weather in the next days in Zermatt with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 10.3 °C, lower than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Zermatt at the beginning of May is 3.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 11.4 °C by the end of May.
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Rainy days
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85 %
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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 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 4° /-2° | 19.7 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 2 May |  Patchy rain possible | 4° /-3° | 6.4 mm | 4.8 cm | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-4° | 5.9 mm | 2.7 cm | |
| 4 May | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-3° | 6.2 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 5 May |  Heavy rain at times | 4° /-2° | 10.6 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 6 May | Moderate rain at times | 3° /-2° | 12.1 mm | 3.5 cm | |
| 7 May |  Moderate or heavy snow with thunder | 3° /-3° | 16.1 mm | 7.6 cm | |
| 8 May |  Light freezing rain | 4° /-4° | 4.1 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| 9 May | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-3° | 5.5 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 10 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /-2° | 12.7 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 11 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /-2° | 14.1 mm | 1.6 cm | |
| 12 May | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-2° | 9 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 13 May | Light freezing rain | 4° /-2° | 6.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 14 May | Light freezing rain | 4° /-3° | 3.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 15 May | Light freezing rain | 4° /-2° | 5.6 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-2° | 2.5 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-4° | 2.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 18 May | Heavy rain at times | 4° /-3° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 6° /-2° | 5.7 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 20 May | Light freezing rain | 6° /-1° | 8.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 6° /0° | 12.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 8° /-1° | 4.9 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 23 May | Light freezing rain | 7° /-1° | 7.1 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 24 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /-1° | 10.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /0° | 11.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 26 May |  Moderate rain | 12° /4° | 12.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /4° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /3° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /2° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 May | Moderate rain | 11° /3° | 5.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 May | Patchy rain possible | 11° /3° | 0.3 mm | 0 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?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 5° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Zermatt during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 242.7 mm is expected in Zermatt during May, occurring over more than 9 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Zermatt in May 2026?
Zermatt experiences an average snowfall of 32.382 cm during May, occurring over 22 days.
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 22 snowy days during May, with approximately 32.4 cm of total snowfall.
May rainfall patterns in Zermatt
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Typically, Zermatt has 9 rainy days in May with a total of 242.7 mm of rainfall.
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