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Gex Weather in May

May in Gex sees daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) at night. With around 154 mm (6.1 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Gex in May

You can expect rain on around 17 days based on historical patterns, with 154 mm (6.1 in) average for the month. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Gex in May

In May, Gex gets pleasant temperatures, with highs of 19°C (66°F). Nights cool to around 8°C (46°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Gex in May

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 211 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for playing sports, visiting parks, or going for a bike ride.

Average water temperature in May

The water is 13°C (55°F) this month — cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Gex.

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Gex Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 13°C (55°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 154 mm (6.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
SunshineSunshine 211 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
* Data from: Geneva, Switzerland (15 KM, 9 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 Gex in May

For Gex 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. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. The water temperature sits at about 13°C (55°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Gex in May

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

Swimming
7/10
Camping
3/10

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