May weather forecast
Chartres, France

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Weather in May

Chartres' weather in May brings the onset of summer with temperatures peaking at 17.3°C (63.1°F) and only descending as low as 7.7°C (45.9°F). The substantial increase in rainfall from 26mm (1.02") in April to 45mm (1.77") outlines May as the wettest month of the year. The city comes to life given the extended daylight, increased warmth, and the vernal shower. Despite the higher rainfall, the pleasant weather conditions embrace outdoor activities. As the end of May approaches, the city anticipates the peak summer season starting from June.

Temperature

The transition from April to May in Chartres sees an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 17.3°C (63.1°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. In Chartres, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a frosty 7.7°C (45.9°F).

Humidity

In Chartres, the average relative humidity in May is 83%.

Rainfall

In Chartres, in May, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Chartres, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 374mm (14.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Chartres, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Chartres is 15h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 21:08. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 21:46 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Chartres is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During May, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Chartres in May?

May temperatures in Chartres, France, vary between a high-temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F) and a low-temperature of 7.7°C (45.9°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Chartres?

The average relative humidity in May in Chartres, France, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in May in Chartres?

In May, in Chartres, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout May, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Chartres?

In Chartres, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May in Chartres?

In Chartres, the average day length in May is 15h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Chartres?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 21:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 21:46 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Chartres?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Chartres, France, is 7.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Chartres?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Chartres is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Chartres, France

Average temperature in May - Chartres, France
  • Average high temperature in May: 17.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Chartres, France

Average pressure in May - Chartres, France
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Chartres, France

Average wind speed in May - Chartres, France
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.1km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Chartres, France

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Chartres, France

Average rainfall in May - Chartres, France
  • Average rainfall in May: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Chartres, France

Average rainfall days in May - Chartres, France
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Chartres, France

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (22mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Chartres, France

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chartres, France
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Chartres, France

Average sunshine days in May - Chartres, France
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Chartres, France

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Chartres, France

Average cloud cover in May - Chartres, France
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in May
Chartres, France

Average visibility in May - Chartres, France
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and June (8km).

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