May 24 is generally a great time to visit Zurich. While there is a slight chance of rain (37%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 19°C weather. Zurich is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Zurich
Currency
CHF
Fr. Swiss franc
Language
French
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.357
Zurich Weather Forecast for May 24
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 19.3°C. 37% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Zurich in May
Based on historical data for May 24, Zurich typically experiences temperatures between 10°C and 19.3°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 37% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Zurich
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
19.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
19.3°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
37%
Avg 2.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
62%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1017.8 hPa
Medium volatility
Zurich Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 93% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 18 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 27 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 45 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
14.5°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Switzerland
Flight Traffic
Busy
75/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~406
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Zurich
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:41
☀️ Noon
12:24
🌇 Sunset
20:07
⏱️ Daylight
15h 25m
Wind Speed
11 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
10.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Zurich
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Zurich on May 24 averages 19.3°C with a 37% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 90/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Zurich Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
May 27
19.9°C • 27% rain
Score
96
May 28
20°C • 31% rain
Score
95
May 26
19.7°C • 32% rain
Score
93
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📍 Is Zurich Worth Visiting on May 24?
Planning a trip to Zurich on May 24? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 19.3°C with a 37% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 406 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Switzerland, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 24 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.8°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 6.1°C in 2021.