Occitanie Weather in May

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

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Toulouse Montpellier Carcassonne Vendres-Plage

Are you planning a trip a to Occitanie, France in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Occitanie in May

Occitanie, France is a region in France. May in Occitanie generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Vendres-Plage at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Nîmes at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Nîmes and 14°C (57°F) in Vendres-Plage.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Vendres-Plage with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Albi with 88 mm (3.5 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Toulouse enjoys approximately 210 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Occitanie in May

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

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 Occitanie

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

Temperature range in Occitanie (May)

Precipitation variation in Occitanie (May)

Toulouse

In May Toulouse generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
210 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Toulouse →

Montpellier

In May Montpellier generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
264 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Montpellier →

Carcassonne

In May Carcassonne generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
216 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Carcassonne →

Vendres-Plage

In May Vendres-Plage generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
264 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vendres-Plage →

Nîmes

In May Nîmes generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
265 hours
312 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nîmes →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Toulouse 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Montpellier 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Carcassonne 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Vendres-Plage 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Nîmes 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Albi 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)

Occitanie weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Occitanie, France in May. The popular destination of Toulouse averages 23°C (73°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night during this month.

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

In Toulouse, the average daytime high in May is 23°C (73°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

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

May is on the drier side in Occitanie, France. Toulouse averages only about 86 mm (3.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Occitanie, France?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Occitanie, France with overall perfect weather in Toulouse.

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

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