Les Houches weather in May (Rhône-Alps, France)
How is the weather in Les Houches in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In May, Les Houches generally has low temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 12°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 1°C.
Les Houches in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 156 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 20 days of rain.
The city usually sees around 202 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Les Houches. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Les Houches climate page with graphs.
Les Houches, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
1°C
Max Temperature
12°C
Chance of Rain
65%
Precipitation
156 mm
Rainy days
20 days
Sunshine
202 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Where to go in France in May
Find out more about the weather in France in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Les Houches in May?
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 in May.
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