Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for May
| Metric | Munich | Geneva | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 18°C (64°F) | 19°C (66°F)▲ | Geneva |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 8°C (46°F) | 10°C (50°F)▲ | Geneva |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 15 days▲ | 16 days | Munich |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 108 mm▲ | 140 mm | Munich |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day | 11h/day▲ | Geneva |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h | 11 km/h▲ | Geneva |
Munich and Geneva are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Munich sits in the comfortable travel range at 18°C. Geneva is also comfortable at 19°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Munich is the stronger choice in May. Geneva receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Munich reaches an average high of 18°C (64°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Geneva averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.
Munich receives approximately 108 mm of rainfall across 15 rain days during May. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.
Geneva sees 140 mm over 16 rain days. That makes Munich the drier option by 1 rain day and 32 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 18°C, lows of 8°C, 15 rain days
Highs of 19°C, lows of 10°C, 16 rain days
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during May.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. May is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Munich | Geneva | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 3°C | 12d | 5°C | 13d |
| Feb | 5°C | 10d | 7°C | 11d |
| Mar | 9°C | 13d | 11°C | 13d |
| Apr | 14°C | 12d | 15°C | 13d |
| May | 18°C | 15d | 19°C | 16d |
| Jun | 21°C | 15d | 22°C | 14d |
| Jul | 23°C | 15d | 24°C | 13d |
| Aug | 23°C | 13d | 24°C | 12d |
| Sep | 18°C | 12d | 20°C | 12d |
| Oct | 14°C | 11d | 16°C | 12d |
| Nov | 8°C | 11d | 10°C | 13d |
| Dec | 4°C | 13d | 6°C | 13d |
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