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La Roche-sur-Foron weather in May (Rhône-Alps, France)

What weather conditions can you expect in La Roche-sur-Foron this May? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in La Roche-sur-Foron includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 18°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 7°C.

Precipitation

La Roche-sur-Foron in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 170 mm for the month. This month experiences the most intense rain of the year, with heavy showers. Be prepared with a poncho to stay dry. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 17 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 211 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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La Roche-sur-Foron, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 170 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
SunshineSunshine 211 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
Data from: Geneva, Switzerland (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in France in May

Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to La Roche-sur-Foron, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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