Jura Weather in May

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

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Les Rousses Lons-le-Saunier Saint-Claude

Thinking about venturing to the Jura, France this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Jura in May

The Jura, France is a region in France. May in the Jura generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Les Rousses at 18°C (64°F) to pleasant in Lons-le-Saunier at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Lons-le-Saunier and 8°C (46°F) in Les Rousses.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Lons-le-Saunier with an average of 121 mm (4.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Les Rousses with 166 mm (6.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Les Rousses gets approximately 211 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Jura 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 the Jura

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

Temperature range in the Jura (May)

Precipitation variation in the Jura (May)

Les Rousses

In May Les Rousses generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
211 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Les Rousses →

Lons-le-Saunier

In May Lons-le-Saunier 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 pleasant 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
185 hours
211 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Lons-le-Saunier →

Saint-Claude

In May Saint-Claude generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
211 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Saint-Claude →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Les Rousses 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Lons-le-Saunier 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Saint-Claude 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)

The Jura weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, the Jura, France generally has tolerable weather conditions. Les Rousses sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Les Rousses peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in May, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

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

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to the Jura, France, with Les Rousses averaging around 166 mm (6.5 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Les Rousses, May might be a good time to visit the Jura, France.

On average, the best time to visit the Jura, France is in June, July and August with generally pleasant weather in Les Rousses. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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