Loire Weather in May

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

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Saint-Étienne Saint-Chamond Loire Valley

Planning a journey to the Loire, France this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Loire in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Saint-Étienne.

For a closer look at conditions across the Loire, France, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Loire Valley with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Saint-Chamond with 104 mm (4.1 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Saint-Étienne.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Saint-Étienne enjoys approximately 215 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Loire in May

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

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 Loire

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

Temperature range in the Loire (May)

Precipitation variation in the Loire (May)

Saint-Étienne

In May Saint-Étienne generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°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)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
215 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
101 mm (4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Saint-Étienne →

Saint-Chamond

In May Saint-Chamond 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)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
215 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Saint-Chamond →

Loire Valley

In May Loire Valley 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
64 mm (2.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Loire Valley →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint-Étienne 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Saint-Chamond 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Loire Valley 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

The Loire weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, the Loire, France generally has pleasant weather conditions. Saint-Étienne sees daytime temperatures near 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

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

In Saint-Étienne, the average daytime high in May is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

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

the Loire, France sees substantial rainfall in May. Saint-Étienne typically averages about 101 mm (4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Saint-Étienne, May might be a good time to visit the Loire, France. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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