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La Plagne Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows of 0°C (32°F), May in La Plagne brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 131 mm (5.2 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in La Plagne in May

Historically, May sees about 19 days of rain, with a monthly average of 131 mm (5.2 in). Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.

Temperature in La Plagne in May

Expect highs of 10°C (50°F) in La Plagne in May, with nights dropping to around 0°C (32°F). Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. Nights drop to 0°C (32°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in La Plagne in May

The city usually sees around 202 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days despite the cool temperatures, making it a good month for sightseeing.

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

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La Plagne Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 0°C (32°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 131 mm (5.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (48 KM, 30 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 La Plagne in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. 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 La Plagne in May

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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