May weather forecastColmar, France

May

Weather in May

May in Colmar brings a noticeable change in weather conditions. Moving from spring to the early onset of summer results in temperatures escalating between 7.1°C (44.8°F) and 17.9°C (64.2°F). The change in season sees an increase in rainfall to 37mm (1.46"), making it the wettest spring month. As rainfall days increase, May sees an increase in the city's lushness and greenery. The overall atmosphere during May is a delightful blend of balmy warmth and refreshing rainfall.

Temperature

At the onset of May, Colmar records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 17.9°C (64.2°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. Colmar reports an average low-temperature of 7.1°C (44.8°F) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In Colmar, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated. In Colmar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.7 days and collects up to 402mm (15.83") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Colmar, France, snow does not fall in April through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Colmar is 15h and 12min.
On the first day of May in Colmar, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 20:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 21:21 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Colmar is 9.5h.

UV index

In Colmar, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

Colmar in May has an average high-temperature of 17.9°C (64.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 7.1°C (44.8°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Colmar, France, is 79%.

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Colmar, snow does not fall in April through September.

The average day length in May in Colmar, France, is 15h and 12min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 20:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 21:21 CEST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Colmar, France, is 9.5h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Colmar, France

  • Average high temperature in May: 17.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-1.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Colmar, France

  • Average pressure in May: 1016.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Colmar, France

  • Average wind speed in May: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Colmar, France

  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Colmar, France

  • Average rainfall in May: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (20mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Colmar, France

  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Colmar, France

  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (38mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Colmar, France

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 12min

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: 9h and 30min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Colmar, France

  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Colmar, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Colmar, France

  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Colmar, France

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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