Béthune Weather in May

May in Béthune brings pleasant temperatures around 18°C (64°F) during the day, dropping to 9°C (48°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 68 mm (2.7 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Béthune in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 18 days of rain, with 68 mm (2.7 in) average for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Béthune in May

Temperatures in Béthune in May top out at 18°C (64°F) and drop to 9°C (48°F) overnight. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Béthune in May

The city usually sees around 195 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

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Béthune Temperature in May

Min Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Max Temperature 18°C (64°F)  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 68 mm (2.7 in)  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 195 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Lille, France (32 KM, 19 Miles).

What to Wear in Béthune in May

For Béthune in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Béthune in May

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

7/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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