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Mijoux Weather in May

May in Mijoux typically sees daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella.

Rainfall in Mijoux in May

Typically, you can expect about 17 days of rain this month, with 161 mm (6.3 in) on average. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Mijoux in May

In May, Mijoux gets pleasant temperatures, with highs of 19°C (66°F). Nights cool to around 8°C (46°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Mijoux in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 211 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Mijoux.

Average water temperature in May

The water is 13°C (55°F) this month — cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Mijoux Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 13°C (55°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 161 mm (6.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
SunshineSunshine 211 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
* Data from: Geneva, Switzerland (21 KM, 13 Miles).

Best Places in France in May

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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).

What to Wear in Mijoux in May

For Mijoux in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. With water temperatures around 13°C (55°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Mijoux in May

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

Swimming
7/10
Camping
3/10

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