Gaillard weather in May (Rhône-Alps, France)

How does the May weather in Gaillard compare to other months? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Gaillard includes pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 19°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 8°C.

Precipitation

Gaillard in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 155 mm for the month. This month brings the peak rainfall of the year, with heavy showers. Be sure to have a poncho ready to manage the downpours. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 211 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

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 Gaillard climate page with graphs.

 

Gaillard, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 155 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 211 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 50% *  

Data from: Geneva, Switzerland (5 KM, 3 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 Gaillard, 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.

Swimming

7/10

Camping

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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