Weather in French Riviera and Provence in may 2024

Here, find the the weather forecast for the month of may for most popular cities in Provence/Côte d’Azur. These predictions are statistics for may from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.

Average weather in may in Marseille

good weather

Weather at 6am
61°F

Partly Cloudy

24%

Moderate rain at times

12%

Heavy rain

4%

Weather at 12pm
68°F

Partly Cloudy

22%

Moderate rain at times

13%

Heavy rain

5%

Weather at 6pm
65°F

Partly Cloudy

19%

Moderate rain at times

16%

Heavy rain

5%

Weather at 3am
59°F

Clear/Sunny

59%

Partly Cloudy

24%

Moderate rain at times

12%

Heavy rain

4%

More information about the weather in Marseille in may



Where to go in French Riviera and Provence in may?

Where to go in French Riviera and Provence in may: destination map

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Where to go in may based on the weather?

Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
(Digne-les-Bains, Verdon Gorge, Manosque...)
good weather*
67°F to 74°F
Alpes-Maritimes
(Nice, Cannes, Antibes...)
good weather*
61°F to 70°F
Bouches-du-Rhône
(Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, La Ciotat...)
perfect weather*
68°F to 74°F
Gard
(Bagnols-sur-Ceze, Pont-Saint-Esprit...)
perfect weather
74°F
Principality of Monaco
(Monaco...)
good weather
67°F
Var
(Toulon, Saint-Tropez, Sainte-Maxime...)
good weather*
67°F to 74°F
Vaucluse
(Avignon, Orange, Mont Ventoux...)
good weather*
67°F to 74°F
*over most of the region. Weather may vary locally.


Where should you go in French Riviera and Provence in may when it comes to the weather?

Remember:
The climate in French Riviera and Provence in may ranges from perfect to good depending on the region and city.

Although it is not perfect the weather in Provence/Côte d'Azur in may is pretty good averywhere: in Orange, Sanary-sur-Mer, Six-Fours-les-Plages, Menton, Bandol, Avignon, Cavalaire, Juan-les-Pins, Fréjus, Porquerolles, Monaco, Ramatuelle, Marseille, Hyères, Aix-en-Provence, Nice, Gap (Hautes-Alpes), Cannes, La Fos-sur-Mer, Lavandou, La Ciotat, Cassis, Saint-Tropez, Antibes, Sainte-Maxime, Saint-Raphaël, Toulon, Saint-Honorat Island and Sainte-Marguerite Island. I allows to savor sightseeing in these areas. And even why not take a little time to sunbathe!


Climate in French Riviera and Provence in may

Climate in Marseille in may

In may, the mean temperature in Marseille is 65°F (maximum temperature is 68°F and minimum temperature is 61°F). The climate good in that locality in this month. With 3.3in over 4 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your trip. But this is moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With good weather conditions, may is a good time to go there in Provence/Côte d’Azur.

May
Average temperature 65°F
Highest temperature 68°F
Lowest temperature 61°F
Sea temperature 63°F
Rainfall 3.3in
Number of days with rainfall 4 day(s)
(14%)
Humidity 74%
Daily sunshine hours 14
Cloud cover 22%
Length of day 14:41
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net good
more information about the climate in Marseille in may

Climate in Cannes in may

In may, the mean temperature in Cannes is 67°F (maximum temperature is 70°F and minimum temperature is 63°F). The climate quite pleasant there in may. With barely 3.1in over 3 days, rain may be scarce during your stay.
With good weather conditions, may is a good month to go there in Provence/Côte d’Azur.

May
Average temperature 67°F
Highest temperature 70°F
Lowest temperature 63°F
Sea temperature 65°F
Rainfall 3.1in
Number of days with rainfall 3 day(s)
(10%)
Humidity 71%
Daily sunshine hours 14
Cloud cover 22%
Length of day 14:43
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net perfect
more information about the climate in Cannes in may

Climate in Monaco in may

In the month of may, maximum temperature is 67°F and minimum temperature is 61°F (for an average temperature of 63°F). The climate quite good in that area in may. With 7.1in over 10 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your journey. But this is pretty reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a good climate, may is an advisable month to go in that area in Provence/Côte d’Azur.

May
Average temperature 63°F
Highest temperature 67°F
Lowest temperature 61°F
Sea temperature 65°F
Rainfall 7.1in
Number of days with rainfall 10 day(s)
(33%)
Humidity 77%
Daily sunshine hours 14
Cloud cover 25%
Length of day 14:44
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net good
more information about the climate in Monaco in may

Climate in Nice in may

In the month of may, the mean temperature in Nice is 63°F (maximum temperature is 67°F and minimum temperature is 58°F). The climate comfortable around this city in this month. With 4.9in over 8 days, you will experience some showers for your holidays. But this is moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good climate, may is an advisable month to go in that area in Provence/Côte d’Azur.

May
Average temperature 63°F
Highest temperature 67°F
Lowest temperature 58°F
Sea temperature 65°F
Rainfall 4.9in
Number of days with rainfall 8 day(s)
(25%)
Humidity 75%
Daily sunshine hours 14
Cloud cover 23%
Length of day 14:44
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net good
more information about the climate in Nice in may

Climate in Saint-Tropez in may

In may, the mean temperature in Saint-Tropez is 67°F (maximum temperature is 70°F and minimum temperature is 63°F). The climate quite good there in may. With 2.7in over 3 days, the rain will not be a problem throughout your trip.
With a good climate, may is a good month to go in this city in Provence/Côte d’Azur.

May
Average temperature 67°F
Highest temperature 70°F
Lowest temperature 63°F
Sea temperature 65°F
Rainfall 2.7in
Number of days with rainfall 3 day(s)
(9%)
Humidity 73%
Daily sunshine hours 14
Cloud cover 21%
Length of day 14:41
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net perfect
more information about the climate in Saint-Tropez in may


All cities in French Riviera and Provence in may

Marseille in maygood weather
Cannes in mayperfect weather
Monaco in maygood weather
Nice in maygood weather
Saint-Tropez in mayperfect weather
Toulon in maygood weather
Aix-en-Provence in maygood weather
Antibes in mayperfect weather
Avignon in mayperfect weather
Bormes-les-Mimosas in maygood weather
Cassis in maygood weather
Digne-les-Bains in maygood weather
Fréjus in mayperfect weather
Hyères in maygood weather
Isola 2000 in maygood weather
Juan-les-Pins in mayperfect weather
La Ciotat in maygood weather
Lavandou in maygood weather
Menton in maygood weather
Orange in mayperfect weather
Ramatuelle in mayperfect weather
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Weather data for French Riviera and Provence in may:

Weather data for French Riviera and Provence in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in French Riviera and Provence. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in French Riviera and Provence can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to the French Riviera and Provence.


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