Poitou-Charentes Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Poitou-Charentes, France in May.

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Royan Saint-Palais-sur-Mer La Palmyre Ronce-les-Bains

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

What to Expect in the Poitou-Charentes in May

The Poitou-Charentes, France is a region in France. May in the Poitou-Charentes generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Ars-en-Ré at 18°C (64°F) to warm in La Barde at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in La Barde and 13°C (55°F) in Ars-en-Ré.

To explore the conditions in the Poitou-Charentes, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Saint-Clément-des-Baleines with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Brigueuil with 93 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Royan enjoys about 232 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Poitou-Charentes by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Poitou-Charentes — and find the best time to visit. (based on Royan)

January11°C (52°F) February12°C (54°F) March16°C (61°F) April18°C (64°F) May22°C (72°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October20°C (68°F) November15°C (59°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Poitou-Charentes in May

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

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 Poitou-Charentes

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

Temperature range in the Poitou-Charentes (May)

Precipitation variation in the Poitou-Charentes (May)

Royan

In May Royan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
232 hours
263 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Royan →

Saint-Palais-sur-Mer

In May Saint-Palais-sur-Mer generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°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
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
232 hours
263 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Saint-Palais-sur-Mer →

La Palmyre

In May La Palmyre generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°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
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
232 hours
263 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in La Palmyre →

Ronce-les-Bains

In May Ronce-les-Bains generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°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
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
232 hours
263 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ronce-les-Bains →

Vaux-sur-Mer

In May Vaux-sur-Mer generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°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
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
232 hours
263 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vaux-sur-Mer →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Poitou-Charentes in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Royan 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Saint-Palais-sur-Mer 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
La Palmyre 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Ronce-les-Bains 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Vaux-sur-Mer 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Poitiers 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 75 mm (3 in)

The Poitou-Charentes weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Poitou-Charentes, France in May?

Expect perfect weather across the Poitou-Charentes, France in May. The popular destination of Royan averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Poitou-Charentes, France in May?

Average temperatures in the Poitou-Charentes, France during May range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Royan.

Does the Poitou-Charentes, France get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Royan averages just 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for the Poitou-Charentes, France.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Poitou-Charentes, France?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit the Poitou-Charentes, France with overall perfect weather in Royan. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the Poitou-Charentes, France is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Royan. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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