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Brest weather in May (Brittany, France)

Will it be warm or cold in Brest this May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Brest generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 16°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 10°C.

Precipitation

Brest in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. Typically around 16 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

With around 212 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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Brest, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 212 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 47%  

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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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?

For visitors traveling to Brest, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 12°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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