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The weather in May is much warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 21°C (69°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 56.6% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.4 hours of sunshine per day. It is a good time for sunbathing in France.
May has total rainfall of 0.8cm (0.3inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (61°F). May is too cold for swimming in France for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in May is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June.
Consider visiting France in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
Yes, May is a good time for sunbathing in France.
May has average maximum temperatures of 21°C (69°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 56.6% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.4 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 0.8cm (0.3inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
More about May temperature and sunshine.
No, May is too cold for swimming in France for any length of time, with the sea water at 16°C (61°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about May sea temperatures.
Yes, May is a good time for a holiday in France.
May has average maximum temperatures of 21°C (69°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 56.6% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.4 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 0.8cm (0.3inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is a good time for sunbathing in France. Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (61°F). May is too cold for swimming in France for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the May temperatures and sunshine.
Yes, France is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in May.
The average maximum temperature in France in May is 21°C (69°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (63°) in the previous month and 25°C (76°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in France in May is 16°C (61°F). The average temperature is 13°C (55°F) in the previous month and 20°C (67°F) in the next month.
More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in France in May are 14.8. The sunshine percentage is 56.6% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.4 hours of sunshine per day.
More about May sunshine.
The weather in May is much warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into June. The average maximum temperature in France in May is 21°C (69°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 25°C (76°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in France in May is 16°C (61°F). The average temperature is 13°C (55°F) in the previous month and 20°C (67°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in France in May is 12°C (53°F). The minimum temperature is 9°C (47°F) in the previous month and 15°C (60°F) in the next month.
The days in May are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into June. May has more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise into June. During May the average day light hours are 14.8 per day in France. The sunshine percentage is 56.6% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.4 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in France in May is typically 7.9 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in France in May is 16.3°C (61.3°F) which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. The sea temperature in May is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June.
May weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. May has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop into June. The average total rainfall in France in May is 0.8cm (0.3inches) and on average there are 10.1 rainy days in May making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in France in May is 13°C (55°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 10°C (51°F) in the previous month and 16°C (16°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in France in May is typically 88.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 89.8% in the previous month and 86.9% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in France in May is typically 69.4%. The average relative humidity is 71.9% in the previous month and 68.1% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in France in May is typically 25KM/H (15MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 25KM/H (16MPH) in the previous month and 24KM/H (15MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in France in May is typically 13KM/H (8MPH). The average wind speed is 13KM/H (8MPH) in the previous month and 12KM/H (8MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in France in May is from the West.
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