Alpe-d'Huez weather in May (Rhône-Alps, France)

What weather conditions can you expect in Alpe-d'Huez this May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Alpe-d'Huez typically includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 14°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 2°C.

Precipitation

Alpe-d'Huez in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 148 mm for the month. As the rainiest month, carrying an umbrella is advisable to manage the frequent rain. Past climate data indicates that roughly 17 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 221 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Alpe-d'Huez.

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

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alpe-d'Huez climate page with graphs.

 

Alpe-d'Huez, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 148 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 221 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Grenoble, France (29 KM, 18 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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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