Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across France this May.
France, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 9°C (48°F) in Aussois to 25°C (77°F) in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès and -1°C (30°F) in Aussois.
Find the average daytime temperatures in May for the most popular destinations in France on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.
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Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.
Expect daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Paris. That makes May a pleasant month for France.
Average overnight lows in France during May sit near 10°C (50°F) in Paris.
Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Saint-Étienne-du-Grès is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 25°C (77°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 13°C (55°F).
According to our data, Aussois holds the title for the coldest city in France in May. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 9°C (48°F) and drops to lows of about -1°C (30°F) during the night.
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