Aquitaine Weather in May

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

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Biarritz Bordeaux Saint-Jean-de-Luz Seignosse

Considering a trip to Aquitaine, France this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Aquitaine in May

Aquitaine, France is a region in France. May in Aquitaine generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Gourette at 16°C (61°F) and warm in Ygos-Saint-Saturnin at 24°C (75°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Ygos-Saint-Saturnin and 6°C (43°F) in Gourette.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Aquitaine, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Soulac-sur-Mer with an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Laruns with 187 mm (7.4 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Bordeaux sees close to 216 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Aquitaine in May

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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 Aquitaine

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

Temperature range in Aquitaine (May)

Precipitation variation in Aquitaine (May)

Bordeaux

In May Bordeaux generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
216 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bordeaux →

Biarritz

In May Biarritz generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
192 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Biarritz →

Saint-Jean-de-Luz

In May Saint-Jean-de-Luz generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
192 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Saint-Jean-de-Luz →

Seignosse

In May Seignosse generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°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)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
192 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Seignosse →

Lacanau-Océan

In May Lacanau-Océan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
216 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lacanau-Océan →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Aquitaine, in France.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Biarritz 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Bordeaux 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Saint-Jean-de-Luz 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Seignosse 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Lacanau-Océan 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Hossegor 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

Aquitaine weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Aquitaine, France generally has perfect weather conditions. Bordeaux sees daytime temperatures near 23°C (73°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

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

Bordeaux averages a daytime maximum of 23°C (73°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 12°C (54°F).

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

May is on the drier side in Aquitaine, France. Bordeaux averages only about 80 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Aquitaine, France?

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

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Bordeaux. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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