Monte Carlo weather in May (Monaco)

Planning a trip to Monte Carlo in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Monte Carlo generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 19°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 14°C.

Monte Carlo in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 60 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 10 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 271 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 your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Monte Carlo, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 60 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
SunshineSunshine 271 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 58%  

Where to go in Monaco in May

Find out more about the weather in Monaco in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Monte Carlo in May?

For visitors traveling to Monte Carlo, 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. With a water temperature of around 18°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Monte Carlo.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Monaco? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Monaco. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.