Chef-Boutonne Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows of 10°C (50°F), May in Chef-Boutonne brings pleasant temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 75 mm (3 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Chef-Boutonne in May

You can expect rain on roughly 16 days based on historical data, averaging 75 mm (3 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Chef-Boutonne in May

May tends to be one of the perfect months in Chef-Boutonne, with 21°C (70°F) in the afternoon and 10°C (50°F) overnight. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights cool down to 10°C (50°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Chef-Boutonne in May

With approximately 222 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Chef-Boutonne.

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Chef-Boutonne Temperature in May

Min Temperature 10°C (50°F)  

Max Temperature 21°C (70°F)  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 75 mm (3 in)  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 222 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 48% *  

* Data from: Poitiers, France (60 KM, 37 Miles).

What to Wear in Chef-Boutonne 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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Chef-Boutonne 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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