Weather
In May the weather is generally mild, though there can still be spring showers and chilly evenings. But you can mainly count on wonderful blue skies, and warm temperatures. According to where you are in France, there are variations in climate, so here are the weather averages for some major cities:
Temperature ranges from 10 degrees C (50 degrees F) to 18 degrees C (64 degrees F
Average temperature is 14 degrees C (57.2 degrees F)
Average number of days with some rain is 12
Average temperature ranges from 10 degrees C (50 degrees F) to 19 degrees C (66 degrees F)
Average temperatures is 15 degrees C (59 degrees F)
Average number of days with some rain is 13
Temperature ranges from 9 degrees C (48 degrees F) to 20 degrees C (68 degrees F)
Average temperature is 15 degrees C (59 degrees F)
Average number of days with some rain is 13
Average temperature ranges from 13 degrees C (55 F) to 20 degrees C (68 degrees F)
Average temperature is 17 degrees C (63 degrees F)
Average number of days with some rain is 8
Average temperature ranges from 8 degrees C (46 degrees F) to 20 degrees C (68 degrees F)
Average temperature is 14 degrees C (57 degrees F)
Average number of days with some rain is 13
What to pack
It can be challenging to pack for France, particularly if you are travelling around and visiting different cities. You will need a variety of spring clothing and also layers in case the evening weather is cold. Be prepared also for the occasional hot day of walking. You will probably find some rain and wind, especially in Paris. Your packing list should include:Find out more on Packing Tips
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