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Laon Weather in May

May in Laon sees daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. With around 72 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Laon in May

Rain is expected on roughly 16 days, totalling around 72 mm (2.8 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Laon in May

May in Laon is generally perfect, with days reaching 20°C (68°F) and nights settling around 9°C (48°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights fall to 9°C (48°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Laon in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 204 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Laon.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Laon Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 72 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 204 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Reims, France (45 KM, 28 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 Laon in May

For Laon 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Laon in May

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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