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Angoulême Weather in May

In Angoulême, May brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), with nights cooling to 11°C (52°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Angoulême in May

On average, there are about 16 days with rain during this month, averaging 80 mm (3.1 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Angoulême in May

May tends to be one of the perfect months in Angoulême, with 22°C (72°F) in the afternoon and 11°C (52°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows of 11°C (52°F), nights are cool. If you're out after dark, an extra layer will keep you comfortable. The cooler air at night is also great for getting a good rest.

Sunshine in Angoulême in May

The city usually sees around 220 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.

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Angoulême Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 80 mm (3.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 220 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Périgueux, France (67 KM, 41 Miles).

Best Places in France in May

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Angoulême in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Angoulême in May

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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