Nord Weather in May

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

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Lille Valenciennes Villeneuve d'Ascq Tourcoing

Considering a trip to the Nord, France this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Nord in May

The Nord, France is a region in France. May in the Nord generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Lille.

To explore the conditions in the Nord, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Loon-Plage with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Clairfayts with 79 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Lille typically receives 195 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Nord in May

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

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 Nord

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

Temperature range in the Nord (May)

Precipitation variation in the Nord (May)

Lille

In May Lille generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
195 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Lille →

Valenciennes

In May Valenciennes generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
195 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Valenciennes →

Villeneuve d'Ascq

In May Villeneuve d'Ascq generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
195 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Villeneuve d'Ascq →

Tourcoing

In May Tourcoing generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°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)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
195 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Tourcoing →

Dunkerque

In May Dunkerque 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
14°C (57°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
191 hours
220 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Dunkerque →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lille 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Valenciennes 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Villeneuve d'Ascq 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Tourcoing 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Dunkerque 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Cambrai 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

The Nord weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, the Nord, France generally has pleasant weather conditions. Lille sees daytime temperatures near 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to roughly 9°C (48°F).

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

In Lille, the average daytime high in May is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

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

May is on the drier side in the Nord, France. Lille averages only about 68 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

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

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

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

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