Sancy Massif Weather in May

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

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Le Mont-Dore La Bourboule Chambon-sur-Lac Saint-Nectaire

Planning a trip to the Sancy Massif, France this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Sancy Massif in May

The Sancy Massif, France is a region in France. May in the Sancy Massif generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Le Mont-Dore.

For a closer look at conditions across the Sancy Massif, France, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Saint-Nectaire with an average of 107 mm (4.2 in) to high rainfall in Picherande with 115 mm (4.5 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Le Mont-Dore.

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Best Places to Visit in the Sancy Massif 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 the Sancy Massif

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

Temperature range in the Sancy Massif (May)

Precipitation variation in the Sancy Massif (May)

Le Mont-Dore

In May Le Mont-Dore generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Le Mont-Dore →

La Bourboule

In May La Bourboule generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in La Bourboule →

Chambon-sur-Lac

In May Chambon-sur-Lac generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
205 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Chambon-sur-Lac →

Saint-Nectaire

In May Saint-Nectaire generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
205 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Saint-Nectaire →

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise

In May Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Le Mont-Dore 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
La Bourboule 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Chambon-sur-Lac 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Saint-Nectaire 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Murol 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)

The Sancy Massif weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Sancy Massif, France in May?

the Sancy Massif, France typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Le Mont-Dore average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Sancy Massif, France in May?

In Le Mont-Dore, the average daytime high in May is 18°C (64°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 7°C (45°F).

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

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in the Sancy Massif, France. Average rainfall in Le Mont-Dore sits around 112 mm (4.4 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Sancy Massif, France?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit the Sancy Massif, France with overall tolerable weather in Le Mont-Dore. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Le Mont-Dore. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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