Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée Weather in May
With daytime temperatures of 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F), May in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 130 mm (5.1 in) falls on average.
Rainfall in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée in May
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 16 days of rain, with 130 mm (5.1 in) average for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.
Temperature in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée in May
May in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée sees highs of 13°C (55°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée in May
There are approximately 271 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunshine makes it an enjoyable time to be outside.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée Temperature in May
Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
130 mm (5.1 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Sunshine
271 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
58% *
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What to Wear in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée in May
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.What To Do in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée in May
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