Pierre-Bénite Weather in May

May in Pierre-Bénite brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) and nights around 10°C (50°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 95 mm (3.7 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Pierre-Bénite in May

You can expect rain on around 15 days based on historical patterns, with 95 mm (3.7 in) average for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Pierre-Bénite in May

Pierre-Bénite in May has excellent weather. Days reach 22°C (72°F) and nights cool to 10°C (50°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to around 10°C (50°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Pierre-Bénite in May

There are approximately 221 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.

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Pierre-Bénite Temperature in May

Min Temperature 10°C (50°F)  

Max Temperature 22°C (72°F)  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 95 mm (3.7 in)  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Sunshine 221 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 47% *  

* Data from: Lyon, France (6 KM, 3 Miles).

What to Wear in Pierre-Bénite in May

For Pierre-Bénite 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Pierre-Bénite in May

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

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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