Besançon in May
6.6out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 19°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
19°CAvg high
10°CAvg low
14Rainy days (110 mm)
14:53 hDaylight
06:06Sunrise · 20:59 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 19°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.3 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.3 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C | 0°C | 108 mm | 14 | – | – | 4.4 |
| February | 7°C | 1°C | 96 mm | 13 | – | – | 4.8 |
| March | 12°C | 3°C | 95 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.6 |
| April | 16°C | 6°C | 88 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.3 |
| May | 19°C | 10°C | 110 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.6 |
| June | 23°C | 13°C | 85 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| July | 26°C | 15°C | 76 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| August | 25°C | 15°C | 78 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| September | 21°C | 11°C | 93 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.3 |
| October | 16°C | 8°C | 105 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.3 |
| November | 10°C | 4°C | 114 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.1 |
| December | 6°C | 1°C | 124 mm | 15 | – | – | 4.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Besançon in May?
Daytime highs average 19°C and nights about 10°C.
When is the best time to visit Besançon?
The best months are August, July, June, September.