Lower Normandy Weather in May

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

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Honfleur Cabourg Trouville-sur-Mer Deauville

Planning a journey to Lower Normandy, 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 Lower Normandy in May

Lower Normandy, France is a region in France. May in Lower Normandy generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Gatteville-le-Phare at 15°C (59°F) to pleasant in Saint-Germain-de-la-Coudre at 20°C (68°F). At night it cools down to 9°C (48°F) in Saint-Germain-de-la-Coudre and 11°C (52°F) in Gatteville-le-Phare.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Omonville-la-Petite with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Saint-Brice-de-Landelles with 80 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Honfleur enjoys about 216 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Lower Normandy 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 Lower Normandy

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

Temperature range in Lower Normandy (May)

Precipitation variation in Lower Normandy (May)

Honfleur

In May Honfleur generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
216 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Honfleur →

Cabourg

In May Cabourg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
195 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Cabourg →

Trouville-sur-Mer

In May Trouville-sur-Mer generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
216 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Trouville-sur-Mer →

Deauville

In May Deauville generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
216 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Deauville →

Bayeux

In May Bayeux generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
195 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Bayeux →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Honfleur 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Cabourg 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Trouville-sur-Mer 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Deauville 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Bayeux 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Alençon 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Lower Normandy weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lower Normandy, France in May?

In May, Lower Normandy, France generally has pleasant weather conditions. Honfleur sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Lower Normandy, France in May?

In Honfleur, the average daytime high in May is 18°C (64°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

Does Lower Normandy, France get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lower Normandy, France during May, with Honfleur averaging close to 70 mm (2.8 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Lower Normandy, France?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Honfleur, May might be a good time to visit Lower Normandy, France. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Honfleur. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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