Les Contamines-Montjoie Weather in May
May in Les Contamines-Montjoie brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 12°C (54°F) and nights around 1°C (34°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 154 mm (6.1 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Les Contamines-Montjoie in May
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 20 days with rain, averaging 154 mm (6.1 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.
Temperature in Les Contamines-Montjoie in May
Expect highs of 12°C (54°F) in Les Contamines-Montjoie in May, with nights dropping to around 1°C (34°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. At 1°C (34°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Les Contamines-Montjoie in May
Enjoy a sunny month with about 202 hours of sunshine, making it one of the brighter months of the year despite the cool conditions.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Les Contamines-Montjoie.
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Les Contamines-Montjoie Temperature in May
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
65%
Precipitation
154 mm (6.1 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Sunshine
202 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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What to Wear in Les Contamines-Montjoie in May
The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.What To Do in Les Contamines-Montjoie in May
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