Provence - France weather in May 2025
Provence - France weather in May 2025
Day
21 °C
Night
13 °C
Sea
17 °C
Precipitation
46 mm
in month
Rainy days
6 days
in month
Daylight
15 hours
average
Sunshine
9 hours
average
Humidity
72 %
Day
21 °C
Night
13 °C
Sea
17 °C
Precipitation
46 mm
in month
Rainy days
6 days
in month
Daylight
15 hours
average
Sunshine
9 hours
average
Humidity
72 %
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Weather overview
In May in Provence, the average air temperature ranges from 21 °C (70 °F) during the day to 13 °C (55 °F) at night. There are 6 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 46 mm (1.81 in).
Is May a good month to visit Provence?
There are good conditions for visiting in Provence in May. Especially for non-beach activities, such as hiking or sightseeing. The daily temperatures in this month reach pleasant 21 °C (70 °F). You can expect just 6 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. The temperature of 13 °C (55 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
What is the air temperature in May in Provence at night?
The average night temperature in Provence in May is 13 °C (55 °F). Nights can be cooler, morning running can be refreshing but choose appropriate clothing, evening outdoor sitting can be pleasant but you can also be cold.
What is the temperature in Provence during the day in May?
In Provence in May, the average daily temperatures will be 21 °C (70 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
What is the sea temperature in Provence in May?
The temperature of the sea in Provence in May is 17 °C (62 °F). At this sea temperature, swimming probably won't be the best experience. You probably won't like to stay in water for a long time. On the other hand, there are a minority of people who seek these conditions.
How many rainy days can I expect in May in Provence?
In May in Provence, we can expect 6 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 1.4 days of the week, or in general - 20 % days.
What is the rainfall intensity in Provence in May?
In Provence in May, there is 46 mm (1.81 in) rainfall, which means on average 2 mm (0.06 in) rainfall per day.
Is the temperature rising or falling in the course of time in Provence in May?
Over the course of May in Provence, the temperatures are rising from 19 °C (67 °F) at the beginning of the month to 23 °C (74 °F) at the end of the month.
Is Provence rainier in May than in June?
Yes, in Provence in May it rains more than in June.
How many sunny hours can I expect in May in Provence?
There is an average length of sunshine of 9 hours per day in May in Provence.
How does the sea temperature evolve during the month in Provence in May?
The sea temperature during May in Provence has an increasing tendency from 15 °C (60 °F) at the beginning of the month to 18 °C (65 °F) at the end of the month.
How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Provence in May?
The length of daylight in Provence in May is 15 hours.
What is the humidity in May in Provence?
Humidity in Provence in May is 72 %.
How windy is Provence in May?
An average wind scale that can be expected in Provence in May is 4.