Savoie Weather in May

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

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Chambéry Aix-les-Bains Albertville

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

What to Expect in the Savoie in May

The Savoie, France is a region in France. May in the Savoie generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Albertville at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Aix-les-Bains at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Aix-les-Bains and 5°C (41°F) in Albertville.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Savoie, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Aix-les-Bains with an average of 154 mm (6.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Albertville with 166 mm (6.5 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Chambéry receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Chambéry enjoys about 204 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Savoie by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Savoie - and find the best time to visit. (based on Chambéry)

January6°C (43°F) February8°C (46°F) March12°C (54°F) April16°C (61°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August25°C (77°F) September21°C (70°F) October16°C (61°F) November10°C (50°F) December6°C (43°F)
Best Time to Visit the Savoie →

Best Places to Visit in the Savoie in May

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

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 Savoie

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

Temperature range in the Savoie (May)

Precipitation variation in the Savoie (May)

Chambéry

In May Chambéry generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
204 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
very good
very good
Climate in Chambéry →

Aix-les-Bains

In May Aix-les-Bains generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
204 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
very good
very good
Climate in Aix-les-Bains →

Albertville

In May Albertville generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
222 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
good
Climate in Albertville →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chambéry 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Aix-les-Bains 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Albertville 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)

The Savoie weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect very good weather across the Savoie, France in May. The popular destination of Chambéry averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

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

In Chambéry, the average daytime high in May is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Chambéry records an average of 166 mm (6.5 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for the Savoie, France.

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

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit the Savoie, France with overall very good weather in Chambéry. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly very good weather in Chambéry. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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