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Grenoble in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Grenoble in May and see if it is worth visiting.
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May

Weather in Grenoble in May 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
Planning a trip to Grenoble in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +70°F and approximately 3 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 13 rainy days and 137 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+70°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
137 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
15 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Grenoble has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Grenoble in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Grenoble for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in May is +75°F with a maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +46°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +68°F.

Is Grenoble warm or cold in May?

Grenoble is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +63°F to +70°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +45°F to +52°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Grenoble:

Climate in Grenoble in May

Grenoble weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+63°F+70°F+77°F
Min. temperature
+27°F+32°F+41°F
Max. temperature
+88°F+93°F+99°F
Rainfall
115 mm137 mm109 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
71%74%73%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1014 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
435
Cloudy days
151515
Rainy days
111310
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +63°F to +70°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 115 mm to 137 mm. Humidity rises from 71% to 74%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 4 sunny days in April to 3 in May.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Grenoble in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Grenoble is gradually increasing during May, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Grenoble based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 93 mm, with a 45% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 39 mm, which is moderate rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
May is one of the rainiest months in Grenoble, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Grenoble wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 137 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 28% chance of precipitation and 88 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Grenoble?

This is the weather in Grenoble in May 2023:
1 May
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+67°F
2 May
☁️
+70°F
3 May
☁️
+68°F
4 May
☁️
+73°F
5 May
🌧️
+56°F
6 May
☁️
+62°F
7 May
☁️
+66°F
8 May
☁️
+69°F
9 May
☁️
+74°F
10 May
☁️
+78°F
11 May
☀️
+80°F
12 May
☁️
+80°F
13 May
☁️
+78°F
14 May
☁️
+80°F
15 May
☁️
+83°F
16 May
☁️
+81°F
17 May
☁️
+85°F
18 May
☁️
+87°F
19 May
☁️
+87°F
20 May
☁️
+87°F
21 May
☀️
+88°F
22 May
☁️
+92°F
23 May
🌧️
+84°F
24 May
☁️
+67°F
25 May
☁️
+71°F
26 May
☀️
+75°F
27 May
☀️
+78°F
28 May
☀️
+75°F
29 May
☀️
+71°F
30 May
☁️
+71°F
31 May
☁️
+68°F
In May 2023 Grenoble had 6 sunny days, 23 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +55°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 36%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Grenoble climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Grenoble in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+67°F) and the highest in 2009 (+82°F). The driest year was 2005 with only 63 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 246 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Grenoble in May:

Is May a good time to visit Grenoble?

May is a really good time to go to Grenoble. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Grenoble.

Can you sunbathe in Grenoble in May?

May has mild temperatures in Grenoble. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Grenoble rainy in May?

Grenoble is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Grenoble in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Grenoble in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Grenoble

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Grenoble, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.