Mont Saint-Michel weather in May (Lower Normandy, France)

What should you pack for a trip to Mont Saint-Michel in May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

During May, Mont Saint-Michel usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 17°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 10°C.

Precipitation

Mont Saint-Michel in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Expect around 15 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With about 189 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mont Saint-Michel climate page with graphs.

 

Mont Saint-Michel, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 17°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 76 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 79% *  

Sunshine 189 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Saint Malo, France (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in France in May

Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Mont Saint-Michel, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

6/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Mont Saint-Michel.

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