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Roscanvel Weather in May

May in Roscanvel typically sees daytime highs of 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows of 11°C (52°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella.

Rainfall in Roscanvel in May

Historically, May sees about 16 days of rain, with a monthly average of 67 mm (2.6 in). With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Roscanvel in May

Daytime temperatures in Roscanvel reach 15°C (59°F) in May, dropping to 11°C (52°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows of 11°C (52°F), nights are cool. If you're out after dark, an extra layer will keep you comfortable. The cooler air at night is also great for getting a good rest.

Sunshine in Roscanvel in May

The month enjoys around 212 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Roscanvel in May

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in May. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

Average water temperature in May

At 12°C (54°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Roscanvel.

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Roscanvel Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 12°C (54°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 212 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 47% *  
* Data from: Brest, France (17 KM, 11 Miles).

Best Places in France in May

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Roscanvel in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Expect water temperatures of around 12°C (54°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Roscanvel in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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