May weather forecast
Caen, France

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Weather in May

May is an optimum representation of Spring in full blossom, enriched by an agreeable climate. The transition from April to May brings a notable rise in temperature, promising a shift towards warmer days. Coupled with reasonably gentle winds that blow at a moderate speed of 16km/h (9.9mph), the May weather does bring a fair share of outdoor activities to the city. The change in weather caresses the city and prepares it for a pleasantly warm June. Thus, May graces Caen with a heady blend of the youthful Spring and the impending summer.

Temperature

May in Caen observes an average high-temperature of a still moderate 15.3°C (59.5°F), marking an insignificant difference from April's 13.3°C (55.9°F). During May, an average low-temperature of 8.8°C (47.8°F) is observed in Caen.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Caen is 83%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout May, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 184.6 rainfall days, and 499mm (19.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Caen, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Caen is 15h and 20min.
On the first day of May in Caen, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 21:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 21:57 CEST.

Sunshine

In Caen, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In Caen, France, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in May leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Caen?

The high-temperature, in May, in Caen, records 15.3°C (59.5°F), while the low-temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Caen?

The average relative humidity in May in Caen is 83%.

How many days does it rain in May in Caen?

In Caen, France, in May, during 15.4 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Caen?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Caen in May?

In May, in Caen, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Caen have in May?

The average day length in May in Caen, France, is 15h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Caen?

On the first day of May in Caen, France, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 21:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 21:57 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Caen have in May?

In Caen, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Caen?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Caen, France, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Caen, France

Average temperature in May - Caen, France
  • Average high temperature in May: 15.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 8.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.7°C).

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Average pressure in May
Caen, France

Average pressure in May - Caen, France
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Caen, France

Average wind speed in May - Caen, France
  • Average wind speed in May: 16km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (23.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14.4km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Caen, France

Average humidity in May - Caen, France
  • Average humidity in May: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (80%).

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Average rainfall in May
Caen, France

Average rainfall in May - Caen, France
  • Average rainfall in May: 35mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are November and December (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (27mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Caen, France

Average rainfall days in May - Caen, France
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Caen, France

Average snowfall in May - Caen, France
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (18mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Caen, France

Average snowfall days in May - Caen, France
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Caen, France

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Caen, France
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Caen, France

Average sunshine days in May - Caen, France
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January, February and November (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Caen, France

Average UV index in May - Caen, France
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Caen, France

Average cloud cover in May - Caen, France
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in May
Caen, France

Average visibility in May - Caen, France
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, June and November (9km).

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