May weather forecast
Carcassonne, France

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Weather in May

May’s arrival in Carcassonne brings the first taste of summer with temperatures rising, humidity levels dropping, and sunlight hours extending. Weather conditions are generally pleasant, providing suitable conditions for outdoor activities and tourism. A temperature high of 21°C (69.8°F) marks May as the gateway to the summer season. This month witnesses an increased UV index, necessitating sun protection for most of the day. As May progresses into June, locals eagerly anticipate the more pronounced summer weather.

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a comfortable 17°C (62.6°F) in April to an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F). In the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 11.4°C (52.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Carcassonne is 72%.

Rainfall

In Carcassonne, during May, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 87.6 rainfall days, and 649mm (25.55") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 20:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 21:23 CEST.

Sunshine

In Carcassonne, the average sunshine in May is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Carcassonne is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Carcassonne?

In Carcassonne, in May, the average high-temperature is 21°C (69.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 11.4°C (52.5°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Carcassonne?

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How many days does it rain in May in Carcassonne?

In Carcassonne, during May, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Carcassonne?

May through October are months without snowfall in Carcassonne, France.

Does it snow in Carcassonne in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Carcassonne have in May?

The average day length in May in Carcassonne is 14h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Carcassonne?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 20:52. On the last day of the month, in Carcassonne, France, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 21:23 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carcassonne have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Carcassonne, France, is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Carcassonne?

In Carcassonne, France, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Carcassonne, France

Average temperature in May - Carcassonne, France
  • Average high temperature in May: 21°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 11.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (17.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.1°C).

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Average humidity in May
Carcassonne, France

Average humidity in May - Carcassonne, France
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (64%).

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Average rainfall in May
Carcassonne, France

Average rainfall in May - Carcassonne, France
  • Average rainfall in May: 56.7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (73.1mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (28.5mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Carcassonne, France

Average rainfall days in May - Carcassonne, France
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (9.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall days in May
Carcassonne, France

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.1 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
Carcassonne, France

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Carcassonne, France
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average UV index in May
Carcassonne, France

Average UV index in May - Carcassonne, France
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Carcassonne, France

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