Méribel weather in May (Rhône-Alps, France)

How is the weather in Méribel in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Méribel typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 12°C. But by evening, they drop to around 1°C.

Méribel in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 139 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 18 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 204 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Méribel. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Méribel, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 139 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 204 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Chambéry, France (53 KM, 32 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.

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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 Méribel 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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

5/10

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