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Contes Weather in May

Contes in May sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows of 12°C (54°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 80 mm (3.1 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Contes in May

Typically, you can expect about 10 days of rain this month, with 80 mm (3.1 in) on average. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Contes in May

May in Contes brings typical temperatures with highs around 19°C (66°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to around 12°C (54°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Contes in May

The city usually sees around 271 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

Average water temperature in May

At 18°C (64°F), the water is getting there — comfortable enough for most swimmers, though those used to warmer seas may still find it a touch cool.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Contes.

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Contes Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 18°C (64°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 80 mm (3.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
SunshineSunshine 271 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 58% *  
* Data from: Monte Carlo, Monaco (12 KM, 7 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 Contes in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. With water temperatures around 18°C (64°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Contes in May

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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