Cordon weather in May (Rhône-Alps, France)

Is Cordon a good destination in May, weather-wise? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In May, Cordon typically experiences moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 14°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 3°C.

Precipitation

Cordon in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 174 mm for the month. The month brings the heaviest rain of the year, often in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry during the showers. Past climate data indicates that roughly 18 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 202 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Cordon.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cordon climate page with graphs.

 

Cordon, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 174 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 202 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (19 KM, 12 Miles).

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.

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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