Nîmes in May
8.1out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Some rain: about 7 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
7Rainy days (52 mm)
14:32 hDaylight
06:23Sunrise · 20:55 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Some rain: about 7 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.2 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 | 11°C | 3°C | 63 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.4 |
| February | 13°C | 4°C | 39 mm | 5 | – | – | 6.9 |
| March | 17°C | 7°C | 46 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.4 |
| April | 19°C | 9°C | 64 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.6 |
| May | 23°C | 13°C | 52 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| June | 28°C | 17°C | 33 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| July | 31°C | 19°C | 21 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.0 |
| August | 31°C | 19°C | 34 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.0 |
| September | 26°C | 15°C | 99 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| October | 21°C | 12°C | 106 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.5 |
| November | 15°C | 7°C | 99 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.6 |
| December | 12°C | 4°C | 55 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Nîmes in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit Nîmes?
The best months are June, May, September, July.