Annecy weather in May (Rhône-Alps, France)
What can you expect from the weather in Annecy during May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In May, Annecy generally has pleasant temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 19°C, while nights can cool down to about 8°C.
Annecy in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 164 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of rain.
The city usually sees around 222 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Annecy climate page with graphs.
Annecy, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
8°C
Max Temperature
19°C
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
164 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Sunshine
222 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in France in May
Find out more about the weather in France in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Annecy in May?
For visitors traveling to Annecy, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.
Interested in more climate information?
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