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Sélestat Weather in May

May is one of the excellent months to visit Sélestat, with daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and lows of 10°C (50°F) at night. Do keep in mind it is the rainiest month of the year, with 97 mm (3.8 in) of rainfall on average.

Rainfall in Sélestat in May

With frequent rain showers this month, having an umbrella on hand will keep you dry. Typically, about 17 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 97 mm (3.8 in) for the month. 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 Sélestat in May

May is a excellent month in Sélestat, with 21°C (70°F) during the day and 10°C (50°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 10°C (50°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Sélestat in May

The month enjoys around 205 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

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

Sélestat Temperature in May

Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
97 mm (3.8 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Sunshine
205 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany (41 KM, 25 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 Sélestat in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Sélestat 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
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

Sélestat 3-Day Forecast

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