May weather forecastSaint-Chaffrey, France

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Saint-Chaffrey, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 8.2°C (46.8°F) and an average low of -1.7°C (28.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from an icy 3.9°C (39°F) in April to a frosty 8.2°C (46.8°F). The mean low-temperature during May nights is a freezing cold -1.7°C (28.9°F).

Humidity

In Saint-Chaffrey, the average relative humidity in May is 87%.

Rainfall

In Saint-Chaffrey, in May, during 20.8 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint-Chaffrey, France, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.2 days and collects up to 550mm (21.65") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. In Saint-Chaffrey, in May, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 18mm (0.71") of snow. In Saint-Chaffrey, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.3 days and aggregates up to 1151mm (45.31") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Saint-Chaffrey, France, is 14h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 20:39. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 21:12 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In Saint-Chaffrey, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Saint-Chaffrey in May has an average high-temperature of 8.2°C (46.8°F) and an average low-temperature of -1.7°C (28.9°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 87%.

In May, in Saint-Chaffrey, France, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout May, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Saint-Chaffrey, France, during May, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of snow.

In May, the average day length is 14h and 52min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 20:39. On the last day of the month, in Saint-Chaffrey, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 21:12 CEST.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Saint-Chaffrey is 8.5h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint-Chaffrey, France, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average high temperature in May: 8.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -1.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.9°C).

Average pressure in May
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average pressure in May: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average humidity in May: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average rainfall in May: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (23mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average snowfall in May: 18mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (239mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average snowfall days in May: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7 days).

Average UV index in May
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average UV index in May: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (6km).