Pyrénées-Atlantiques Weather in May

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

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Biarritz Anglet Pau Bayonne

Thinking about venturing to the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, 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 the Pyrénées-Atlantiques in May

The Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France is a region in France. May in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Biarritz.

For specific regional insights in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Bayonne with an average of 102 mm (4 in) to high rainfall in Pau with 150 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Biarritz enjoys approximately 192 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Pyrénées-Atlantiques by month

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

January13°C (55°F) February13°C (55°F) March16°C (61°F) April17°C (63°F) May20°C (68°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August25°C (77°F) September23°C (73°F) October20°C (68°F) November16°C (61°F) December14°C (57°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques in May

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

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 Pyrénées-Atlantiques

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

Temperature range in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques (May)

Precipitation variation in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques (May)

Biarritz

In May Biarritz generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
192 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Biarritz →

Anglet

In May Anglet generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
192 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Anglet →

Pau

In May Pau generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Pau →

Bayonne

In May Bayonne generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
192 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
102 mm (4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Bayonne →

Socoa

In May Socoa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
192 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Biarritz 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Anglet 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Pau 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Bayonne 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Socoa 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)

The Pyrénées-Atlantiques weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France in May?

May in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France brings pleasant weather. In Biarritz, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 13°C (55°F).

What is the average temperature in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France in May?

Average temperatures in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France during May range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Biarritz.

Does the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France get a lot of rain in May?

the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France sees substantial rainfall in May. Biarritz typically averages about 103 mm (4.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France?

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

On average, the best time to visit the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Biarritz. The weather in January and February, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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