Average weather for Bordeaux in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Bordeaux with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 15°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Bordeaux with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 12°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 21°C, with nights around 12°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Bordeaux is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In May, there is an average of 61 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
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22°C | 22°C | |
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25°C | 28°C | |
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17°C | -5°C | |
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61 mm | 105 mm | |
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10 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Bordeaux?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Bordeaux. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2022, Bordeaux reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Bordeaux
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Bordeaux, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Bordeaux
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Bordeaux, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Bordeaux.
Daily UV index in May in Bordeaux
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Bordeaux, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Bordeaux over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Bordeaux, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Bordeaux over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Bordeaux, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Bordeaux
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bordeaux. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Bordeaux by month
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