French Alps in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in the French Alps in may 2025
In this section, check out the weather forecast for may for most popular cities in Rhône-Alpes. These predictions are statistics for may from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in may in Grenoble (Isère)
good weather 6.7cm
Weather at 6am
52°F
Clear/Sunny
35% of time
21%
20%
12%
Weather at 12pm
56°F
Clear/Sunny
32% of time
31%
18%
10%
Weather at 6pm
52°F
Moderate rain at times
34% of time
24%
17%
15%
Weather at 3am
49°F
27%
27%
25%
12%
More information about the weather in Grenoble (Isère) in may
Where to go in the French Alps in may?
Where to go in the French Alps in may: destination map
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Where to go in may based on the weather?
| Haute-Savoie (Annecy (Haute-Savoie), Chamonix, La Clusaz...) | 50°F to 67°F | 9 à 15 days | tolerable weather* |
| Hautes-Alpes (Gap (Hautes-Alpes), Briançon, Les Orres...) | 52°F to 68°F | 7 à 15 days | very bad weather* |
| Isère (Grenoble (Isère), Alpe d'Huez, Charmant Som...) | 50°F to 61°F | 9 à 12 days | tolerable weather* |
| Savoie (Chambéry, Aix-les-Bains, Val Thorens...) | 45°F to 68°F | 10 à 16 days | very bad weather* |
Where should you go in the French Alps in may when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in the French Alps in may ranges from good to very bad depending on the region and city.
It is not ideal 100%, but the weather in Rhône-Alpes that month is quite good in Ardèche, Annecy (Haute-Savoie), Aix-les-Bains, Thonon-les-Bains, Bourg-en-Bresse (Ain), Grenoble (Isère), Chambéry, Drôme and Montélimar. I allows to savor tours in these areas. And even why not take a little time to enjoy the weather for... just be relax!
If you do not go to spend your time in a lounger by the pool, but, for example to go sightseeing, the cities of Annonay, Lyon, Savoy, Roanne, Chamonix and Saint-Etienne have a ok but correct weather for this kind of activity in may.
Climate in the French Alps in may
Climate in Grenoble (Isère) in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Grenoble (Isère) is 56°F (maximum temperature is 61°F and minimum temperature is 50°F). The climate is fairly cold here in may, but it is endurable when dressing warm. With 9.6in over 12 days, you will experience some showers throughout your vacations. But this is rather moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good climate, may is an advisable month to go in this city.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 56°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 61°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Rainfall | 9.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 12 day(s) (39%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 44% | ||
| Length of day | 14:52 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Aix-les-Bains in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Aix-les-Bains is 61°F (maximum temperature is 68°F and minimum temperature is 54°F). The climate good there in may. With 8in over 11 days, rainfall can happen during your stay. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With good weather conditions, the month of may is an advisable month to go in that area in Rhône-Alpes.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 61°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 68°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 11 day(s) (37%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 38% | ||
| Length of day | 14:56 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Alpe d'Huez in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Alpe d'Huez is 47°F (maximum temperature is 50°F and minimum temperature is 41°F). The climate is quite cold here in may, but it is bearable when dressing cosy. With 9.2in over 12 days, rainfall can happen during your trip. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 47°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Rainfall | 9.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 12 day(s) (38%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 46% | ||
| Length of day | 14:53 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Annecy (Haute-Savoie) in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 67°F and minimum temperature is 50°F (for an average temperature of 58°F). The climate is relatively fresh around this city in this month, but it is bearable when dressing warm. With 8.2in over 12 days, rain may occur for your trip. But this is moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good climate, may is a good time to go in this locality.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 58°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 67°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 12 day(s) (39%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 39% | ||
| Length of day | 14:57 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Chambéry in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 68°F and minimum temperature is 54°F (for an average temperature of 61°F). The climate quite nice around this city in may. With 8in over 11 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your vacations. But this is pretty moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good weather, the month of may is an advisable month to go in this locality.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 61°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 68°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 11 day(s) (37%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 38% | ||
| Length of day | 14:55 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in the French Alps in may
| Grenoble (Isère) in may | good weather |
| Aix-les-Bains in may | good weather |
| Alpe d'Huez in may | very bad weather |
| Annecy (Haute-Savoie) in may | good weather |
| Chambéry in may | good weather |
| Chamonix in may | very bad weather |
| La Clusaz in may | tolerable weather |
| La Plagne in may | very bad weather |
| Les Menuires in may | very bad weather |
| Savoy in may | very bad weather |
| Tignes in may | very bad weather |
| Val Thorens in may | very bad weather |
| Avoriaz in may | tolerable weather |
| Bonneval-sur-Arc in may | very bad weather |
| Briançon in may | very bad weather |
| Gap (Hautes-Alpes) in may | tolerable weather |
| Bourget Lake (Lac du Bourget) in may | good weather |
| Les Orres in may | very bad weather |
| Thonon-les-Bains in may | tolerable weather |
| Aiguille du Midi in may | very bad weather |
| Aussois in may | very bad weather |
Weather data for French Alps in may:
Weather data for French Alps in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in the French Alps. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in the French Alps can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to the French Alps.