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Roussillon Weather in May

May is one of the excellent months to visit Roussillon, with daytime temperatures of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F) at night. Do note that quite a bit of rainfall is typical, averaging around 72 mm (2.8 in).

Rainfall in Roussillon in May

Historically, approximately 10 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 72 mm (2.8 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Roussillon in May

Roussillon in May has excellent weather. Days reach 23°C (73°F) and nights cool to 11°C (52°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights cool down to 11°C (52°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Roussillon in May

The city usually sees around 291 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, September and October typically offer the best circumstances for Roussillon.

Roussillon Temperature in May

Min Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
72 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Sunshine
291 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Avignon, France (39 KM, 24 Miles).

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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 Roussillon in May

For Roussillon in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Roussillon in May

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

  • Cycling
    9/10
  • Walking
    9/10
  • Barbeque
    8/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

Roussillon 3-Day Forecast

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