Weather in Cannes for May 2027
In general, the average temperature in Cannes at the beginning of May is 18.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 22.6 °C by the end of May.
The climate of Cannes in May is notably wet, with an average of 13 rainy days, and a total of 81.5 mm of precipitation.
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Cannes Weather May
Temperatures trend during May in Cannes
May weather in Cannes day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May |  Moderate rain | 17° /12° | 17.6 mm | 5 | |
| 2 May |  Patchy rain possible | 18° /12° | 1.5 mm | 6 | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /13° | 0.6 mm | 5 | |
| 4 May |  Light rain | 18° /13° | 4 mm | 4 | |
| 5 May | Light rain | 19° /13° | 3.9 mm | 4 | |
| 6 May | Light rain | 19° /13° | 4.4 mm | 5 | |
| 7 May | Light rain | 19° /13° | 2.5 mm | 6 | |
| 8 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /12° | 0.7 mm | 5 | |
| 9 May | Patchy rain possible | 20° /13° | 1.2 mm | 6 | |
| 10 May | Light rain | 19° /13° | 2.9 mm | 4 | |
| 11 May | Light rain | 19° /13° | 4.1 mm | 5 | |
| 12 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /13° | 2.2 mm | 5 | |
| 13 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /12° | 1.9 mm | 5 | |
| 14 May | Light rain | 19° /12° | 2.6 mm | 5 | |
| 15 May | Light rain | 19° /13° | 3.5 mm | 4 | |
| 16 May | Light rain | 20° /11° | 4.2 mm | 6 | |
| 17 May | Light rain | 19° /12° | 3.1 mm | 5 | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /13° | 2 mm | 5 | |
| 19 May | Light rain | 19° /13° | 2.7 mm | 6 | |
| 20 May |  Heavy rain at times | 19° /14° | 5.7 mm | 6 | |
| 21 May | Light rain | 22° /14° | 2.7 mm | 6 | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 23° /15° | 0.5 mm | 6 | |
| 23 May | Patchy rain possible | 22° /15° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
| 24 May | Patchy rain possible | 21° /15° | 2 mm | 6 | |
| 25 May | Patchy rain possible | 22° /16° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
| 26 May |  Sunny | 23° /16° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 27 May |  Cloudy | 23° /17° | 0.4 mm | 6 | |
| 28 May | Patchy rain possible | 22° /17° | 2.1 mm | 7 | |
| 29 May | Patchy rain possible | 22° /17° | 0.9 mm | 6 | |
| 30 May | Patchy rain possible | 24° /17° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
| 31 May | Patchy rain possible | 23° /17° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
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Cannes weather in May vs April vs June
| April | May | June | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible |
| Temperatures | 17°/11° | 20°/14° | 25°/18° |
| Rainfall | 71 mm | 82 mm | 44 mm |
| Wind | 17.4 km/h | 16.6 km/h | 15.3 km/h |
| Humidity | 68% | 70% | 70% |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 13 days | 9 days |
| Dry days | 22 days | 18 days | 21 days |
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Cannes in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Cannes during May?
How much rainfall should be expected in Cannes during May?
What are the typical wind conditions in Cannes during May?
Cannes water temperatures in May
The average water temperature of the Mediterranean Sea near Cannes in May is 16.9 °C. At the beginning of May temperatures are around 16.2 °C; by the end of the month they get warmer and reach 17.6 °C.
- What is the water temperature in Cannes in May?
- The average water temperature in Cannes in May is 16.9 °C.
- Can you swim in Cannes in May?
- Brisk: quick dips and active swimming are fine, but pack a 2–3 mm spring suit if you plan longer sessions or early-morning outings.
May rainfall patterns in Cannes
UV exposure in Cannes during May
What to pack to Cannes in May?
Mild · highs around 20 °C, frequent showers
As you prepare for your trip to Cannes in May, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Cannes, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
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