Things to do in Courchevel in May

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Overview

May is a good time to visit Courchevel. The weather is usually cold, humid but cool, with temperatures ranging from 35—53°F (2—12°C).

Courchevel 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 Courchevel. 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 Courchevel 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 Courchevel in May

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Holidays in Courchevel in May
May
  • Labor Day / May Day (May 1)
  • WWII Victory Day (May 8)
  • Ascension Day (May 9)
  • Whit Sunday (May 19)
  • Whit Monday (May 20)
  • Mother's Day (May 26)
Other notable holidays
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Weather in Courchevel in May

Temperatures on an average day in Courchevel in May

The average temperature in Courchevel in May for a typical day ranges from a high of 53°F (12°C) to a low of 35°F (2°C). Some would describe it as cold, humid but cool.

For comparison, the hottest month in Courchevel, July, has days with highs of 67°F (19°C) and lows of 47°F (8°C). The coldest month, February has days with highs of 29°F (-2°C) and lows of 13°F (-11°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Courchevel in May based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in May
53°F
highs
35°F
lows

General weather summary

Cold, humid but cool
Feels like
61%
Chance of rain
0.320 in
Amount
7.2 mph
Wind speed
93%
Humidity
14.9 hrs
Daylight length
6:04 AM
Sunrise
8:55 PM
Sunset
40%
Cloud cover
Jacket, rain coat and rain boots
What to wear
What to wear in May
With an average high of 53°F (12°C) and a low of 35°F (2°C), it generally feels cold, humid but cool. There might also be a moderate chance of rain. With that in mind, most people would dress in something warm like a jacket and top it off with a rain coat and rain boots
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Best attractions for Courchevel in May

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Courchevel has to offer for travelers in May, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Courchevel 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 Courchevel for May.
La Tania
1. La Tania
Outdoor Activities
Ski & Snowboard Areas
La Tania is a ski resort situated in the Courchevel area of Les Trois Vallees, located at an elevation of 1400 meters. It was developed for the Albertville Olympics of 1992 and is approximately a 25-minute drive from Moûtiers. Wikipedia.
Esf Courchevel 1850
2. Esf Courchevel 1850
3.9
(57)
Ski school
Outdoor Activities
Oxygen Ski School La Tania
3. Oxygen Ski School La Tania
5.0
(5)
Ski school
Outdoor Activities
Momentum Snowsports
4. Momentum Snowsports
5.0
(14)
Ski school
Outdoor Activities
Sweet Snowsports Ski School
5. Sweet Snowsports Ski School
Ski school
Outdoor Activities
Ski School Alpinisme Esa Black Ski
6. Ski School Alpinisme Esa Black Ski
4.7
(19)
Ski school
Outdoor Activities
Six Senses Residences & Spa Courchevel
7. Six Senses Residences & Spa Courchevel
4.4
(54)
Hotel
Japanese restaurant
Polished units in an upscale apartment hotel offering mountain views, a hip cafe/bar & a sleek spa.
Esf Courchevel Village
8. Esf Courchevel Village
4.5
(36)
Ski school
Classes & Workshops
Parapente - Tandemtop Saulire
9. Parapente - Tandemtop Saulire
5.0
(28)
Sports school
Tours
Sport 2000 Ski Higher Courchevel La Tania
10. Sport 2000 Ski Higher Courchevel La Tania
4.7
(61)
Ski rental service
Outdoor Activities

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