Saint-Étienne weather in May (Rhône-Alps, France)
Interested in knowing the climate of Saint-Étienne in May? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.
Temperatures
The typical weather for May in Saint-Étienne includes pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 20°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 8°C.
Precipitation
Saint-Étienne in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. Historically, the month has about 16 days of rain.Average sunshine
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 215 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Saint-Étienne.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
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Saint-Étienne, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
8°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
101 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
72%
Sunshine
215 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in France in May
Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Saint-Étienne, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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