May weather forecastValmeinier, France

May

Weather in May

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

Temperature

With the onset of May, Valmeinier observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from April's icy 4.3°C (39.7°F) to a chilly 8.1°C (46.6°F). During May, Valmeinier records an average temperature of -0.6°C (30.9°F) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Valmeinier, during May, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100.6 rainfall days, and 368mm (14.49") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In May, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout May, 147mm (5.79") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.3 snowfall days, and 1617mm (63.66") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Valmeinier, France, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 20:40. On the last day of May, in Valmeinier, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 21:13 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Valmeinier is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

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

An average high-temperature, in May, in Valmeinier, is 8.1°C (46.6°F) and the average low-temperature is -0.6°C (30.9°F).

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

In May, in Valmeinier, France, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout May, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Valmeinier, in May, during 10.3 snowfall days, 147mm (5.79") of snow is typically accumulated.

In Valmeinier, the average day length in May is 14h and 53min.

On the first day of May in Valmeinier, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 20:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 21:13 CEST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Valmeinier, France, is 9.1h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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
Valmeinier, 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
Valmeinier, 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
Valmeinier, France

Average wind speed in May: 7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Valmeinier, 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
Valmeinier, France

Average rainfall in May: 39mm

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

Average rainfall days in May
Valmeinier, 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
Valmeinier, 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
Valmeinier, 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
Valmeinier, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).