Épernay weather in May (Champagne - Ardenne, France)

How does the May weather in Épernay compare to other months? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

For May, the weather in Épernay is generally perfect, featuring pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 20°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Épernay in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. Expect around 16 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 204 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Épernay, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 74 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 204 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Reims, France (24 KM, 15 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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?

For visitors traveling to Épernay, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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