Limousin Weather in May

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

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Saint-Junien Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat Rochechouart La Souterraine

Thinking about venturing to the Limousin, 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 Limousin in May

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Bort-les-Orgues at 18°C (64°F) and pleasant in Lissac-sur-Couze at 22°C (72°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Lissac-sur-Couze and 7°C (45°F) in Bort-les-Orgues.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Le Dorat with an average of 88 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Saint-Julien-aux-Bois with 129 mm (5.1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Saint-Junien typically receives 205 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Limousin 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 Limousin

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

Temperature range in the Limousin (May)

Precipitation variation in the Limousin (May)

Saint-Junien

In May Saint-Junien 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
169 hours
205 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Saint-Junien →

Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat

In May Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat 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 pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
169 hours
205 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat →

Rochechouart

In May Rochechouart 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
169 hours
205 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Rochechouart →

La Souterraine

In May La Souterraine generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°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)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
169 hours
205 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in La Souterraine →

Bessines-sur-Gartempe

In May Bessines-sur-Gartempe generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°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)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
169 hours
205 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bessines-sur-Gartempe →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint-Junien 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Rochechouart 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
La Souterraine 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Bessines-sur-Gartempe 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Guéret 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

The Limousin weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in the Limousin, France brings perfect weather. In Saint-Junien, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

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

Saint-Junien averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 10°C (50°F).

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

Not particularly. Saint-Junien averages just 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for the Limousin, France.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit the Limousin, France is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Saint-Junien. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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