Lorraine Weather in May

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

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Metz Gérardmer Nancy Plombières-les-Bains

Thinking about venturing to Lorraine, 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 Lorraine in May

Lorraine, France is a region in France. May in Lorraine 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 9°C (48°F) in Metz.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cattenom with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Basse-sur-le-Rupt with 132 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Metz enjoys about 201 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Lorraine 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 Lorraine

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

Temperature range in Lorraine (May)

Precipitation variation in Lorraine (May)

Metz

In May Metz 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)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
201 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Metz →

Gérardmer

In May Gérardmer generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high 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
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
201 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Gérardmer →

Nancy

In May Nancy 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
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
201 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nancy →

Plombières-les-Bains

In May Plombières-les-Bains 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
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
201 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Plombières-les-Bains →

Xonrupt-Longemer

In May Xonrupt-Longemer generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high 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
178 hours
201 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Xonrupt-Longemer →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Metz 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Gérardmer 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Nancy 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Plombières-les-Bains 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Xonrupt-Longemer 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Épinal 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)

Lorraine weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Lorraine, France generally has perfect weather conditions. Metz sees daytime temperatures near 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to roughly 9°C (48°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Metz peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in May, dropping to about 9°C (48°F) overnight.

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

May is on the drier side in Lorraine, France. Metz averages only about 74 mm (2.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Lorraine, France?

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

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Metz. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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