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Centre Weather in May

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

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Considering a trip to Centre, 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 Centre in May

Centre, France is a region in France. May in Centre generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 19°C (66°F) in Manou to 21°C (70°F) in Romorantin. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Romorantin and 9°C (48°F) in Manou.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Saint-Marcel with an average of 67 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Pouligny-Notre-Dame with 93 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Amboise sees close to 206 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Centre by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February10°C (50°F) March14°C (57°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September23°C (73°F) October18°C (64°F) November13°C (55°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Centre →

Best Places to Visit in Centre in May

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

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 Centre

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

Temperature range in Centre (May)

Precipitation variation in Centre (May)

Amboise

In May Amboise 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
180 hours
206 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Amboise →

Blois

In May Blois 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
180 hours
206 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Blois →

Orléans

In May Orléans generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°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)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
219 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Orléans →

Chartres

In May Chartres generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
219 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Chartres →

Bourges

In May Bourges 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)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
77 mm (3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Centre, in France.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amboise 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Blois 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Orléans 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Chartres 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Bourges 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Chinon 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Centre weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

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

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

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

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

Not particularly. Amboise averages just 73 mm (2.9 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Centre, France.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Centre, France?

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

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

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