May weather forecast
Cannes, France

Small yachts docked on the port in Cannes, France
Small yachts docked on the port in Cannes, France

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cannes, is another comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.8°C (67.6°F) and 13.8°C (56.8°F).

Temperature

In Cannes, France, the average high-temperature in May marginally rises from a comfortable 16.8°C (62.2°F) in April to a still enjoyable 19.8°C (67.6°F). In May, the average low-temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Cannes is 68%.

Rainfall

In Cannes, during 12.3 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cannes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.2 days and collects up to 501mm (19.72") of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Cannes, France, is 18°C (64.4°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 18°C (64.4°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Cannes, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 20:33. On the last day of May, in Cannes, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 21:05 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Cannes is 11.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Cannes?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Cannes, France, is 19.8°C (67.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Cannes?

The average relative humidity in May is 68%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cannes?

In May, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout May, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Cannes?

March through December are months without snowfall.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Cannes?

In May, the average sea temperature is 18°C (64.4°F). Swimming in 18°C (64.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Cannes have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Cannes?

On the first day of May in Cannes, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 20:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 21:05 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cannes?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Cannes?

In Cannes, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cannes, France

Average temperature in May - Cannes, France
  • Average high temperature in May: 19.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (6.4°C).

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Average pressure in May
Cannes, France

Average pressure in May - Cannes, France
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and November (1013.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Cannes, France

Average wind speed in May - Cannes, France
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Cannes, France

Average humidity in May - Cannes, France
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cannes, France

Average rainfall in May - Cannes, France
  • Average rainfall in May: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (117mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Cannes, France

Average rainfall days in May - Cannes, France
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cannes, France

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Cannes, France

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Cannes, France

Average sea temperature in May - Cannes, France
  • Average sea temperature in May: 18°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.1°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cannes, France
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 43min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 22min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 1min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 6min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cannes, France

Average sunshine days in May - Cannes, France
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cannes, France

Average UV index in May - Cannes, France
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Cannes, France

Average cloud cover in May - Cannes, France
  • Average cloud cover in May: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in May
Cannes, France

Average visibility in May - Cannes, France
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

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