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Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer Weather in May

May in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer averages 21°C (70°F) during the day and 15°C (59°F) at night. The perfect conditions and moderate rainfall make it a solid month to visit.

Rainfall in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer in May

The climate data from previous years indicates about 9 days of rain, averaging 46 mm (1.8 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer in May

May is one of the better months to visit Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. Expect 21°C (70°F) during the day and 15°C (59°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With overnight lows of 15°C (59°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 265 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer.

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Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 31%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 46 mm (1.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 64% *  
SunshineSunshine 265 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 59% *  
* Data from: Nîmes, France (43 KM, 26 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 Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer in May

For Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer 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 Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer in May

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

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

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