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Gordes Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows of 11°C (52°F), May in Gordes brings high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 69 mm (2.7 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Gordes in May

Historically, approximately 10 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 69 mm (2.7 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Gordes in May

If you're visiting Gordes in May, expect perfect temperatures with highs of 23°C (73°F) and overnight lows of 11°C (52°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. 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 Gordes in May

There are approximately 291 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Gordes.

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Gordes Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm (2.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
SunshineSunshine 291 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Avignon, France (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Best Places in France in May

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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 Gordes in May

For Gordes 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 Gordes in May

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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