May weather forecast
Saint-Étienne, France

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Weather in May

May is a notable month in Saint-Étienne as it presents the city with warmer weather, hinting at the approaching summer season. The average temperatures increase further, ranging from 7.3°C (45.1°F) to 17.2°C (63°F). The significant increase in temperatures, prolonged daylight hours and abundant rainfall of 57mm (2.24"), signals the return of vibrant colors in the local flora and fauna. Parks and public spaces become bustling with locals and tourists enjoying the pleasant weather by relaxing or participating in recreational activities.

Temperature

Saint-Étienne's May showcases an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 17.2°C (63°F), hardly distinct from April's 14.3°C (57.7°F). An average low-temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F) marks the month of May in Saint-Étienne, France.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Saint-Étienne is 81%.

Rainfall

In Saint-Étienne, in May, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.4 rainfall days, and 511mm (20.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Saint-Étienne. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Saint-Étienne aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.1 snowfall days, and 268mm (10.55") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Saint-Étienne, France, is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of May in Saint-Étienne, France, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 20:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 21:22 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Saint-Étienne is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Saint-Étienne in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Saint-Étienne, records 17.2°C (63°F), while the low-temperature is 7.3°C (45.1°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Saint-Étienne?

In Saint-Étienne, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in Saint-Étienne in May?

In Saint-Étienne, during May, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Saint-Étienne?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Saint-Étienne, France. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Saint-Étienne aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Saint-Étienne?

The average day length in May in Saint-Étienne is 14h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Saint-Étienne?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 20:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 21:22 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Saint-Étienne?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Saint-Étienne?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Saint-Étienne, France

Average temperature in May - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average high temperature in May: 17.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-1°C).

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Average pressure in May
Saint-Étienne, France

Average pressure in May - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Saint-Étienne, France

Average wind speed in May - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Saint-Étienne, France

Average humidity in May - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Saint-Étienne, France

Average rainfall in May - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average rainfall in May: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (27mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Saint-Étienne, France

Average rainfall days in May - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (10 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Saint-Étienne, France

Average snowfall in May - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average snowfall in May: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (85mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Saint-Étienne, France

Average snowfall days in May - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

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: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Saint-Étienne, France

Average sunshine days in May - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Saint-Étienne, France

Average UV index in May - Saint-Étienne, 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
Saint-Étienne, France

Average cloud cover in May - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Saint-Étienne, France

Average visibility in May - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

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

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