May weather forecast
Rouen, France

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Weather in May

May intensifies the spring season further with temperatures rising perpetually throughout Rouen. While winters had their share of snow, May stands in stark contrast with no snowfall at all. As the weather continues to please with its warmth, evenings can still be a tad nippy, but with nothing a light jacket cannot manage. The dominance of the spring season along with increased daylight hours, make May a delightful month to stroll through the charming streets of Rouen.

Temperature

Rouen starts May with an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 16.3°C, hinting at a minimal fluctuation from April. During the month of May, the temperature falls to an average of 7°C.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

In Rouen, France, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rouen, there are 189.9 rainfall days, and 524mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 22min.
On the first day of May in Rouen, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 21:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 21:51 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

In Rouen, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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FAQ

What is the average May temperature in Rouen?

In Rouen, in May, the average high-temperature is 16.3°C, and the average low-temperature is 7°C.

What is the average humidity in May in Rouen?

In May, the average relative humidity in Rouen is 84%.

How much does it rain in Rouen in May?

In Rouen, France, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rouen?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rouen have in May?

In Rouen, France, the average day length in May is 15h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Rouen?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 21:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 21:51 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Rouen?

The average sunshine duration in May in Rouen is 7.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Rouen?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Rouen is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Rouen, France

Average temperature in May - Rouen, France
  • Average high temperature in May: 16.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°C).

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Average pressure in May
Rouen, France

Average pressure in May - Rouen, France
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Rouen, France

Average wind speed in May - Rouen, France
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.5km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Rouen, France

Average humidity in May - Rouen, France
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (79%).

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Average rainfall in May
Rouen, France

Average rainfall in May - Rouen, France
  • Average rainfall in May: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Rouen, France

Average rainfall days in May - Rouen, France
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Rouen, France

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14mm).
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
Rouen, France

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Rouen, France

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rouen, France
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Rouen, France

Average sunshine days in May - Rouen, France
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Rouen, France

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Rouen, France

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 46).

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Average visibility in May
Rouen, France

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

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

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