May weather forecastLe Châtel, France

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a frosty month in Le Châtel, France, with an average temperature varying between 8.1°C (46.6°F) and -0.6°C (30.9°F).

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 4.3°C (39.7°F) in April to a chilly 8.1°C (46.6°F). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a freezing cold -0.6°C (30.9°F).

Humidity

In Le Châtel, France, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.

Rainfall

In Le Châtel, in May, during 12.1 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Le Châtel, France, there are 101.3 rainfall days, and 376mm (14.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Le Châtel are January through December. In May, in Le Châtel, France, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout May, 147mm (5.79") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Le Châtel, France, there are 101.9 snowfall days, and 1645mm (64.76") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Le Châtel, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 20:41. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 21:14 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Le Châtel, France, is 9.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Le Châtel is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in May leads to these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Updated: Feb 8, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 8.1°C (46.6°F) and -0.6°C (30.9°F) respectively.

In Le Châtel, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.

In Le Châtel, in May, during 12.1 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Le Châtel, France, in May, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 147mm (5.79") of snow.

The average day length in May is 14h and 54min.

On the first day of May in Le Châtel, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 20:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 21:14 CEST.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Le Châtel is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

4.3°C

8.1°C

13.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.9km/h

7.7km/h

7.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.3

12.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Le Châtel, France

Average high temperature in May: 8.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: -0.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12°C).

Average pressure in May
Le Châtel, France

Average pressure in May: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Le Châtel, France

Average wind speed in May: 7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Le Châtel, France

Average humidity in May: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Le Châtel, France

Average rainfall in May: 39mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are November and December (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (18mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Le Châtel, France

Average rainfall days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Le Châtel, France

Average snowfall in May: 147mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (317mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (2mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Le Châtel, France

Average snowfall days in May: 10.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and November (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Le Châtel, France

Average daylight in May: 14h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

Average sunshine in May: 9h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).