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May in Saint-Louis sees daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) at night. As the driest month of the year, combined with excellent weather, it's a great time to visit.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Saint-Louis.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Saint-Louis typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 22°C (72°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Saint-Louis spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 24 years of weather records for Saint-Louis, the following extremes were recorded between 2002 and 2026.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm temperatures in May make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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