Cannes weather in May (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)

How does the May weather in Cannes compare to other months? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

During May, Cannes is known for its perfect weather, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 21°C, cooling off to about 14°C at night.

Precipitation

Cannes in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 9 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 251 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cannes climate page with graphs.

 

Cannes, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Water Temperature 18°C *  

Chance of Rain 28%  

Precipitation 57 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 251 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 62% *  

Data from: Monaco, France (17 KM, 11 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 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 Cannes, 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 18°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

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Cannes.

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