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Dampierre-sur-Boutonne Weather in May

May in Dampierre-sur-Boutonne brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 21°C (70°F) and nights dropping to 11°C (52°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 73 mm (2.9 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Dampierre-sur-Boutonne in May

Typically, you can expect about 16 days of rain this month, with 73 mm (2.9 in) on average. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Dampierre-sur-Boutonne in May

The temperature in Dampierre-sur-Boutonne in May is perfect. Daytime highs reach 21°C (70°F), with nights dropping to 11°C (52°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to around 11°C (52°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 Dampierre-sur-Boutonne in May

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 232 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for playing sports, visiting parks, or going for a bike ride.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.

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Dampierre-sur-Boutonne Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 73 mm (2.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 232 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: La Rochelle, France (57 KM, 35 Miles).

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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 Dampierre-sur-Boutonne in May

For Dampierre-sur-Boutonne in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Dampierre-sur-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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