Thorens-Glières weather in May (Rhône-Alps, France)

How does the weather in Thorens-Glières usually fare in May? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Thorens-Glières includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 18°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 7°C.

Precipitation

Thorens-Glières in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 173 mm for the month. Expect the heaviest rain of the year this month, often arriving in intense bursts. A poncho is essential for keeping dry. Typically around 17 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

With around 222 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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Thorens-Glières, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 173 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 222 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Annecy, France (14 KM, 8 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Thorens-Glières, 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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

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