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Cordon Weather in May

May in Cordon brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights dropping to 3°C (37°F). It's the rainiest month of the year, so come prepared with waterproof gear.

Rainfall in Cordon in May

With the year's heaviest rain occurring this month, it's best to be equipped with a poncho to handle the frequent downpours. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 18 days with rain, averaging 174 mm (6.9 in) for the month. Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.

Temperature in Cordon in May

May in Cordon brings typical temperatures with highs around 14°C (57°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights fall to 3°C (37°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Cordon in May

The city usually sees around 202 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days despite the cool temperatures, making it a good month for sightseeing.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Cordon Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 61%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 174 mm (6.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (19 KM, 12 Miles).

Best Places in France in May

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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 Cordon in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Cordon in May

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

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