Champagnole Weather in May

May in Champagnole brings pleasant temperatures around 19°C (66°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, with the most rainfall of the year.

Rainfall in Champagnole in May

Expect frequent, heavy rain this month, marking the peak rainfall period. A poncho will help protect you from getting soaked. You can expect rain on around 17 days based on historical patterns, with 179 mm (7 in) average for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Champagnole in May

Temperatures in Champagnole in May top out at 19°C (66°F) and drop to 8°C (46°F) overnight. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Champagnole in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 218 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Champagnole.

For Champagnole itself, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Champagnole Temperature in May

Min Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Max Temperature 19°C (66°F)  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 179 mm (7 in)  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 218 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 47% *  

* Data from: Besançon, France (56 KM, 35 Miles).

What to Wear in Champagnole in May

For Champagnole 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. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Champagnole in May

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

Swimming

7/10

Camping

3/10

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