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Bourdeaux Weather in May

Bourdeaux in May sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 9°C (48°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 96 mm (3.8 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Bourdeaux in May

On average, there are about 13 days with rain during this month, averaging 96 mm (3.8 in). Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Bourdeaux in May

May is a perfect month in Bourdeaux, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. At 9°C (48°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Bourdeaux in May

Enjoy a sunny month with about 254 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Bourdeaux even more beautiful.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Bourdeaux.

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Bourdeaux Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 96 mm (3.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
SunshineSunshine 254 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Montélimar, France (30 KM, 19 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 Bourdeaux 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. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Bourdeaux 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
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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