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Étretat Weather in May

May in Étretat averages 15°C (59°F) during the day and 11°C (52°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 66 mm (2.6 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Étretat in May

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 14 days of rain, averaging 66 mm (2.6 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Étretat in May

May in Étretat sees highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F) overnight. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. At 11°C (52°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Étretat in May

The month enjoys around 216 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, July and August typically offer the most agreeable 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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Étretat Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 66 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 216 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Le Havre, France (24 KM, 15 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 Étretat in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Étretat in May

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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