Verdict: Excellent month
Bordeaux Weather in May
May hits the sweet spot in Bordeaux — highs around 21°C (70°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 12 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, May is one of the best months of the year to be in Bordeaux.
Average high
21°C / 70°F
Average low
12°C / 54°F
Rain days
~12
Precipitation
99 mm
What to pack for Bordeaux in May
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 12 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Bordeaux: Aug (28°C / 82°F) · Coolest: Jan (10°C / 50°F) · Wettest: Jun (~14 rain days)
10°
4°
Jan
14°
5°
Feb
15°
7°
Mar
18°
9°
Apr
21°
12°
May
25°
15°
Jun
27°
16°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
25°
15°
Sep
21°
12°
Oct
15°
8°
Nov
11°
5°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)