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Les Contamines-Montjoie weather in May (Rhône-Alps, France)

How's the weather trend in Les Contamines-Montjoie as May approaches? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

During May, Les Contamines-Montjoie usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 12°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 1°C.

Precipitation

Les Contamines-Montjoie in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 154 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 20 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With approximately 202 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Les Contamines-Montjoie. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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Les Contamines-Montjoie, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 65%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 154 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (14 KM, 8 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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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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