Chartres weather in May (Centre, France)
How is May weather typically in Chartres? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.
Temperatures
Typically, May in Chartres includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 19°C, cooling down at night to around 9°C.
Precipitation
Chartres in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Since this month has the highest rainfall, keep an umbrella with you to handle sudden showers. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 15 days with rain.Average sunshine
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 219 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chartres climate page with graphs.
Chartres, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
9°C
Max Temperature
19°C
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
68 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
73% *
Sunshine
219 hours *
Percentage 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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Chartres, 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.
Interested in more climate information?
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