May 20 is generally a great time to visit Avignon. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 23°C weather.
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Essential Travel Info for Avignon
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
French
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.895
Avignon Weather Forecast for May 20
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 23.4°C. 22% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Avignon in May
Based on historical data for May 20, Avignon typically experiences temperatures between 13°C and 23.4°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Avignon
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
23.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.7°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
22%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
45%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.9 hPa
Medium volatility
Avignon Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 94% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 15 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 23 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 38 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.4°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in France
Flight Traffic
N/A
0/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
N/A
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Avignon
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:11
☀️ Noon
12:38
🌇 Sunset
20:05
⏱️ Daylight
14h 54m
Wind Speed
20.5 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
11.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
61%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Avignon
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Avignon on May 20 averages 23.4°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Avignon Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
May 23
24.3°C • 13% rain
Score
100
May 24
24.6°C • 12% rain
Score
100
May 25
25°C • 9% rain
Score
100
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📍 Is Avignon Worth Visiting on May 20?
Planning a trip to Avignon on May 20? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 23.4°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for France, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 20 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 28.9°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 10.8°C in 2017.