Monthly climate guide
Reims weather in May
Expect mild weather in Reims in May: afternoons reach about 19°C (65°F), while nights drop to around 8°C (46°F). Around 68 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than April and 3°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Reims.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 11°C.
- Reims is usually about 3°C warmer than Deauville, 290 km away, in May.
Avg high
19°C
65°F
Avg low
8°C
46°F
Rainfall
68 mm
some rain
Humidity
78%
relative
Sky
68%
cloud · often cloudy
Reims weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 42°F | 0°C / 32°F | 70 mm | 94% | 82% |
| February | 7°C / 44°F | 0°C / 32°F | 57 mm | 90% | 74% |
| March | 11°C / 52°F | 2°C / 35°F | 52 mm | 85% | 64% |
| April | 16°C / 60°F | 5°C / 40°F | 40 mm | 79% | 63% |
| May | 19°C / 65°F | 8°C / 46°F | 68 mm | 78% | 68% |
| June | 22°C / 71°F | 11°C / 53°F | 70 mm | 77% | 68% |
| July | 24°C / 76°F | 13°C / 56°F | 54 mm | 73% | 65% |
| August | 24°C / 76°F | 13°C / 56°F | 59 mm | 73% | 66% |
| September | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 50°F | 50 mm | 76% | 60% |
| October | 16°C / 61°F | 7°C / 45°F | 68 mm | 86% | 71% |
| November | 10°C / 50°F | 4°C / 39°F | 62 mm | 92% | 78% |
| December | 7°C / 45°F | 2°C / 35°F | 93 mm | 94% | 83% |
What to pack for May
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May a good time to visit Reims?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Reims →Other France cities in May
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Reims in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Reims?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Reims, with highs around 19°C and about 68 mm of rain.
How warm is Reims in May?
Average highs are about 19°C (65°F) and average lows about 8°C (46°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Reims in May?
Reims typically gets around 68 mm of rain in May — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Reims (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.