Languedoc-Roussillon Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Languedoc-Roussillon, France in May.

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Montpellier Port Leucate Cap d'Agde Carcassonne

Planning a getaway to the Languedoc-Roussillon, France this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Languedoc-Roussillon in May

The Languedoc-Roussillon, France is a region in France. The weather in the Languedoc-Roussillon in May can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Font-Romeu at 14°C (57°F) and warm in Tarascon at 25°C (77°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Tarascon and 3°C (37°F) in Font-Romeu.

To explore the conditions in the Languedoc-Roussillon, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cerbère with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to high rainfall in Camurac with 145 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Montpellier sees close to 264 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in the Languedoc-Roussillon in May

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

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 Languedoc-Roussillon

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

Temperature range in the Languedoc-Roussillon (May)

Precipitation variation in the Languedoc-Roussillon (May)

Montpellier

In May Montpellier generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
264 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Montpellier →

Port Leucate

In May Port Leucate generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
216 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
51 mm (2 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Port Leucate →

Cap d'Agde

In May Cap d'Agde generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
264 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
52 mm (2 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cap d'Agde →

Carcassonne

In May Carcassonne 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 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
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
216 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Carcassonne →

Le Grau-du-Roi

In May Le Grau-du-Roi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
264 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
50 mm (2 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Le Grau-du-Roi →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Languedoc-Roussillon in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Montpellier 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Port Leucate 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Cap d'Agde 20°C (68°F) 15°C (59°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Carcassonne 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Le Grau-du-Roi 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 50 mm (2 in)
La Grande-Motte 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)

The Languedoc-Roussillon weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Languedoc-Roussillon, France in May?

the Languedoc-Roussillon, France typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Montpellier average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Languedoc-Roussillon, France in May?

Montpellier averages a daytime maximum of 22°C (72°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 13°C (55°F).

Does the Languedoc-Roussillon, France get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Montpellier averages just 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for the Languedoc-Roussillon, France.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Languedoc-Roussillon, France?

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

On average, the best time to visit the Languedoc-Roussillon, France is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Montpellier. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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