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Courchevel Weather in May

Courchevel in May sees low daytime temperatures of 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows of 0°C (32°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 130 mm (5.1 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Courchevel in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of rain, with 130 mm (5.1 in) average for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Courchevel in May

May in Courchevel brings typical temperatures with highs around 10°C (50°F) and lows of 0°C (32°F). Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With lows around 0°C (32°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Courchevel in May

The month enjoys around 204 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.

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

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Courchevel Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 0°C (32°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 130 mm (5.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
SunshineSunshine 204 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Chambéry, France (58 KM, 36 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 Courchevel in May

Pack for changing conditions in Courchevel in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Courchevel 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
Outdoor sports
5/10

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