Gif-sur-Yvette Weather in May

Gif-sur-Yvette in May sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 9°C (48°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 71 mm (2.8 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Gif-sur-Yvette in May

Past climate data indicates that roughly 16 days will see rain, totalling around 71 mm (2.8 in) for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Gif-sur-Yvette in May

Gif-sur-Yvette in May is worth a visit. The temperature is excellent, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Gif-sur-Yvette in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 200 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Gif-sur-Yvette.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Gif-sur-Yvette.

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Gif-sur-Yvette Temperature in May

Min Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Max Temperature 20°C (68°F)  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 71 mm (2.8 in)  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 200 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 42% *  

* Data from: Paris, France (37 KM, 23 Miles).

What to Wear in Gif-sur-Yvette in May

For Gif-sur-Yvette 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Gif-sur-Yvette in May

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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