Ardèche

Ardèche Weather in May

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

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Guilherand-Granges Aubenas Tournon-sur-Rhône Privas

Are you planning a trip a to the Ardèche, France in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Ardèche in May

The Ardèche, France is a region in France. May in the Ardèche generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Guilherand-Granges.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Guilherand-Granges with an average of 89 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Aubenas with 104 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Guilherand-Granges sees around 254 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore the Ardèche by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Ardèche - and find the best time to visit. (based on Guilherand-Granges)

January8°C (46°F) February10°C (50°F) March14°C (57°F) April18°C (64°F) May22°C (72°F) June26°C (79°F) July29°C (84°F) This monthAugust29°C (84°F) September24°C (75°F) October18°C (64°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Ardèche in May

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

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 the Ardèche

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

Temperature range in the Ardèche (May)

Precipitation variation in the Ardèche (May)

Guilherand-Granges

In May Guilherand-Granges generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
254 hours
297 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Guilherand-Granges →

Aubenas

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
254 hours
297 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
mixed
very good
excellent
Climate in Aubenas →

Tournon-sur-Rhône

In May Tournon-sur-Rhône 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 excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
215 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Tournon-sur-Rhône →

Privas

In May Privas generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
254 hours
297 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
mixed
excellent
excellent
Climate in Privas →

Annonay

In May Annonay 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 very good 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
189 hours
215 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
excellent
Climate in Annonay →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Guilherand-Granges 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Aubenas 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Tournon-sur-Rhône 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Privas 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Annonay 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)

The Ardèche weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect excellent weather across the Ardèche, France in May. The popular destination of Guilherand-Granges averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Guilherand-Granges peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in May, dropping to about 11°C (52°F) overnight.

Does the Ardèche, France get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in the Ardèche, France. Guilherand-Granges averages only about 89 mm (3.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Ardèche, France?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit the Ardèche, France with overall excellent weather in Guilherand-Granges. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Guilherand-Granges. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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