Things to do in Arras in May

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Overview

May is a great time to visit Arras. The weather is usually moderately chilly with a gentle breeze, with temperatures ranging from 45—64°F (7—18°C).

Arras has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your May trip to Arras. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to May. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in Arras in May. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout May, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Best events and things to do in Arras in May

Top experiences in May
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Holidays in Arras in May
May
  • Labor Day / May Day (May 1)
  • WWII Victory Day (May 8)
  • Mother's Day (May 25)
  • Ascension Day (May 29)
Other notable holidays
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Weather in Arras in May

Temperatures on an average day in Arras in May

The average temperature in Arras in May for a typical day ranges from a high of 64°F (18°C) to a low of 45°F (7°C). Some would describe it as moderately chilly with a gentle breeze.

For comparison, the hottest month in Arras, July, has days with highs of 73°F (23°C) and lows of 55°F (13°C). The coldest month, February has days with highs of 45°F (7°C) and lows of 32°F (0°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Arras in May based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in May
64°F
highs
45°F
lows

General weather summary

Moderately chilly with a gentle breeze
Feels like
23%
Chance of rain
0.097 in
Amount
14.0 mph
Wind speed
75%
Humidity
15.4 hrs
Daylight length
6:03 AM
Sunrise
9:27 PM
Sunset
45%
Cloud cover
Sweater
What to wear
What to wear in May
With an average high of 64°F (18°C) and a low of 45°F (7°C), it generally feels moderately chilly with a gentle breeze. With that in mind, most people would dress in something moderately warm like a sweater
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Best attractions for Arras in May

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Arras has to offer for travelers in May, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Arras that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in Arras for May.
Carrière Wellington
1. Carrière Wellington
4.7
(2490)
Historical landmark
Museums
Guided tours & exhibits detail the history of these subterranean tunnels used strategically in 1917.
Beffroi d'Arras
2. Beffroi d'Arras
4.6
(1678)
Historical landmark
Sights & Landmarks
Restored, historic Gothic clock tower, open to the public for panoramic city views.
Heroes Square
3. Heroes Square
4.7
(3762)
Historical landmark
Neighborhoods
Beaux-Arts Museum of Arras at the former Benedictine Abbey of Saint-Vaast
4. Beaux-Arts Museum of Arras at the former Benedictine Abbey of Saint-Vaast
4.4
(1388)
Museum
Art museum
Museum featuring paintings & sculptures dating back to the medieval period in a 7th-century abbey.
Arras
5. Arras
Sights & Landmarks
Historic Sites
Arras is a city in northern France. The Carrière Wellington is a network of quarry tunnels used by soldiers during WWI. North of the city, surrounded by lush countryside, the Canadian National Vimy Memorial honors the Canadian soldiers killed during the war. In town, the cobbled Place des Héros has buildings with Flemish facades, including the Town Hall and belfry. The Abbey of St. Vaast houses a fine arts museum.
Faubourg d'Amiens Military Cemetery
6. Faubourg d'Amiens Military Cemetery
5.0
(2)
Military cemetery
Sights & Landmarks
Ruins of Mont St Eloi Cathedral
7. Ruins of Mont St Eloi Cathedral
4.5
(991)
Historical landmark
Sights & Landmarks
Office of Arras Tourism
8. Office of Arras Tourism
4.5
(408)
Tourist information center
Bicycle rental service
Église Saint Jean-Baptiste
9. Église Saint Jean-Baptiste
4.5
(226)
Catholic church
Sights & Landmarks
St-Laurent-Blangy German Military Cemetery 1914-18
10. St-Laurent-Blangy German Military Cemetery 1914-18
4.8
(5)
Military cemetery
Sights & Landmarks
Beaux-Arts Museum of Arras at the former Benedictine Abbey of Saint-Vaast
11. Beaux-Arts Museum of Arras at the former Benedictine Abbey of Saint-Vaast
4.4
(1388)
Museum
Art museum
Museum featuring paintings & sculptures dating back to the medieval period in a 7th-century abbey.
Cité Nature
12. Cité Nature
4.1
(1132)
Science museum
Museums
ARBR-Amis de Robespierre
13. ARBR-Amis de Robespierre
3.8
(5)
Volunteer organization
Museums
Zivy Crater Cemetery
14. Zivy Crater Cemetery
4.7
(7)
Military cemetery
Sights & Landmarks
Funny Park - Lost Valley
15. Funny Park - Lost Valley
4.1
(907)
Amusement park
Water & Amusement Parks
Lichfield Crater
16. Lichfield Crater
4.9
(15)
Military cemetery
Sights & Landmarks

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