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Challans weather in May (Pays de la Loire, France)

Will it be warm or cold in Challans this May? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Challans during May is usually perfect, offering pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 20°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 11°C.

Precipitation

Challans in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 16 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With about 189 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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Challans, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 61 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 189 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46% *  
Data from: Nantes, France (47 KM, 29 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.

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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 Challans, 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.

What To Do

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
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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