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Alsace Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Alsace, France in May.

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Planning a journey to Alsace, France this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Alsace in May

Alsace, France is a region in France. May in Alsace generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Eymoutiers at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Tamniès at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Tamniès and 9°C (48°F) in Eymoutiers.

For specific regional insights in Alsace, France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Monaco with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to high rainfall in Ferrette with 136 mm (5.4 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Strasbourg typically receives 205 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Alsace by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Alsace — and find the best time to visit. (based on Strasbourg)

January6°C (43°F) February8°C (46°F) March13°C (55°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August26°C (79°F) September22°C (72°F) October16°C (61°F) November10°C (50°F) December7°C (45°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Alsace in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Alsace.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Alsace

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Alsace, France?

Temperature range in Alsace (May)

Precipitation variation in Alsace (May)

Strasbourg

In May Strasbourg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
205 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Strasbourg →

Colmar

In May Colmar generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
201 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
102 mm (4 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Colmar →

Ribeauvillé

In May Ribeauvillé generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
205 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Ribeauvillé →

Riquewihr

In May Riquewihr generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
205 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
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Kaysersberg

In May Kaysersberg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
201 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Alsace in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Strasbourg 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Colmar 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Ribeauvillé 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Riquewihr 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Kaysersberg 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Obernai 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 101 mm (4 in)

Alsace weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Alsace, France in May?

In May, Alsace, France generally has perfect weather conditions. Strasbourg sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Alsace, France in May?

Daytime temperatures in Strasbourg peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in May, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

Does Alsace, France get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Strasbourg averages just 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Alsace, France.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Alsace, France?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Alsace, France. Typically, the climate in Strasbourg is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Alsace, France is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Strasbourg. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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