Weather forecast for the Chemin de Saint-Gilles in May

In May along the Chemin de Saint-Gilles, the weather fluctuates with varied precipitation and temperature patterns. Rainfall is frequent, often ranging from moderate to heavy, particularly in the early days of the journey. Temperatures start modestly cool, with highs reaching around the mid-teens and lows occasionally touching freezing levels. As the month progresses, temperatures generally rise, peaking in the mid-20s, and sunshine becomes more dominant despite occasional showers. Notably, some areas experience large amounts of rain while others remain drier, showcasing the route's diverse climatic conditions.

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Start date
May 1
Start town
Le Puy-en-Velay
End date
May 11
End town
Saint-Gilles
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
11
Total distance
223 km
Daily distance
20.3 km
Average high
18°C
Average low
8°C
Average precipitation
3.2 mm/day

The journey begins in Le Puy-en-Velay with varied conditions, experiencing both heavy rain and patches of sunshine. The highs fluctuate between 11°C and 19°C, while lows dip to 3°C. Rainfall is erratic, with significant downpours reaching up to 16.9 mm on some days.

In Costaros, the pattern continues with intermittent showers, reaching up to 12.7 mm, and temperatures between 7°C and 19°C. Cloudy and overcast conditions often give way to brief clear skies.

Pradelles sees a mix of cloudy days and patchy rain, with temperatures climbing to a high of 21°C. Precipitation remains steady with occasional increases, peaking at 4.3 mm.

Labastide-Puylaurent has a cold start with possible snow showers, transitioning to patchy rain with highs up to 21°C. Some dry spells occur, but rains return, totaling up to 29.9 mm on wet days.

Villefort is cloudy and rainy initially but brightens with sunny intervals, highs around 22°C, and surprisingly dry days, contrary to predictions of moderate rain.

Génolhac benefits from consistent sunny periods interspersed with rain showers, peaking at 27°C with occasional heavy rain like 13.9 mm on some days.

Portes remains mostly dry with sporadic showers, reaching 25°C, featuring frequent sunny days interrupted by potential thunderstorms.

Alès experiences intermittent heavy showers with high fluctuations between 12°C and 26°C. The heaviest rainfall measures 19.9 mm, while sunny days offer relief.

Ners shows a typical pattern of clear and rainy days, with highs peaking at 27°C. Heavy showers drop up to 22.4 mm, while other days remain dry.

La Calmette enjoys warm and sunny weather, punctuated by occasional showers and temperatures climbing to 25°C. Rain showers remain moderate.

Nîmes and Saint-Gilles close the journey with a blend of sunny and rainy days. In Nîmes, highs of 27°C and heavy rain showers reaching 24.7 mm punctuate the weather. Saint-Gilles presents a mix of dry and wet days, highs of 27°C, and heavy rains on some occasions, though brief sunny spells provide respite.

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