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Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines Weather in May

During May, Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 19°C (66°F) and cooler nights around 9°C (48°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 120 mm (4.7 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines in May

Rain is expected on roughly 18 days, totalling around 120 mm (4.7 in) 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 Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines in May

In May, expect pleasant temperatures in Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines, with highs of 19°C (66°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights fall to 9°C (48°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines in May

With approximately 205 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, September typically offers the best circumstances for Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines.

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Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 120 mm (4.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 205 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Strasbourg, France (55 KM, 34 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 Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines in May

For Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines in May

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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