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Grenoble Weather in May

May in Grenoble sees daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. As the wettest month of the year, keep in mind that rainfall is at its highest.

Rainfall in Grenoble in May

Prepare for the wettest month with an umbrella to protect yourself from frequent rain. Past climate data indicates that roughly 15 days will see rain, totalling around 149 mm (5.9 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Grenoble in May

Daytime temperatures in Grenoble reach 18°C (64°F) in May, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Grenoble in May

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 221 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

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

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Grenoble Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 149 mm (5.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
SunshineSunshine 221 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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 Grenoble in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Grenoble in May

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

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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