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Chantonnay Weather in May

Chantonnay in May sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 10°C (50°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 72 mm (2.8 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Chantonnay in May

Typically around 15 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 72 mm (2.8 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Chantonnay in May

May in Chantonnay is generally perfect, with days reaching 20°C (68°F) and nights settling around 10°C (50°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. At 10°C (50°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Chantonnay in May

The city usually sees around 232 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Chantonnay Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 72 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 232 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: La Rochelle, France (59 KM, 36 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 Chantonnay in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Chantonnay 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
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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