Mercury weather in May (Rhône-Alps, France)

Planning a trip to Mercury in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Mercury generally has moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 16°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 5°C.

Mercury in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 168 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 222 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mercury climate page with graphs.

 

Mercury, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 168 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 222 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Annecy, France (29 KM, 18 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Mercury in May?

For visitors traveling to Mercury, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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