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Vallauris Weather in May

May is one of the excellent months to visit Vallauris, with daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Vallauris in May

Typically, you can expect about 8 days of rain this month, with 59 mm (2.3 in) on average. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Vallauris in May

May is one of the better months to visit Vallauris. Expect 20°C (68°F) during the day and 14°C (57°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights cool down to 14°C (57°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Vallauris in May

There are approximately 251 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in Vallauris in May

Wind speeds average 3 m/s (6 knots) during May. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

Average water temperature in May

The water temperature is 18°C (64°F). It's not warm, but most people find it perfectly fine for a swim once they're in.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

Vallauris Temperature in May

Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Water Temperature
18°C (64°F) *
Chance of Rain
28%
Precipitation
59 mm (2.3 in)
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
78% *
Windspeed
3 m/s (6 knots) *
Sunshine
251 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
62% *
* Data from: Monaco, France (14 KM, 8 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 Vallauris in May

For Vallauris 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. With water temperatures around 18°C (64°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Vallauris 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
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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