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Ferney-Voltaire weather in May (Rhône-Alps, France)

Planning a trip to Ferney-Voltaire in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Ferney-Voltaire generally has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 19°C, while nights can cool down to about 9°C.

Ferney-Voltaire in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 148 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 211 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ferney-Voltaire, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 148 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
SunshineSunshine 211 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
* Data from: Geneva, Switzerland (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in France in May

Find out more about the weather in France in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Ferney-Voltaire in May?

For visitors traveling to Ferney-Voltaire, 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 in May.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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