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Les Terres Basses in May sees high daytime temperatures of 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows of 26°C (79°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 74 mm (2.9 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Les Terres Basses typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 26°C (79°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Les Terres Basses spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 45 years of weather observations in Les Terres Basses between 1981 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
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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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. With water temperatures around 27°C (81°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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