Paris · May
Low seasonFrance · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 8° (46°)14° (57°) | 9° (48°)15° (59°) | 13° (55°)20° (68°) | 17° (63°)25° (77°) | 20° (68°)28° (82°) | 24° (75°)32° (90°) | 26° (79°)35° (95°) | 25° (77°)33° (91°) | 22° (72°)31° (88°) | 17° (63°)24° (75°) | 11° (52°)17° (63°) | 8° (46°)14° (57°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 3° (37°)-5° (23°) | 3° (37°)-5° (23°) | 5° (41°)-2° (28°) | 7° (45°)0° (32°) | 11° (52°)4° (39°) | 14° (57°)7° (45°) | 16° (61°)10° (50°) | 15° (59°)9° (48°) | 13° (55°)6° (43°) | 10° (50°)2° (36°) | 6° (43°)-1° (30°) | 3° (37°)-4° (25°) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 2 | 3h UV 3 | 5h UV 5 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 5 | 4h UV 4 | 2h UV 2 | 2h UV 2 |
🌧Rain Days | 6d37mm (1.5") | 5d35mm (1.4") | 6d40mm (1.6") | 4d29mm (1.1") | 7d57mm (2.2") | 6d57mm (2.2") | 4d42mm (1.7") | 4d53mm (2.1") | 4d39mm (1.5") | 6d43mm (1.7") | 6d43mm (1.7") | 7d51mm (2.0") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May in Paris at 20°C (68°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, and August.
Daytime highs average 20°C (68°F), cooling to 11°C (52°F) at night (daily average: 15°C (59°F)). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 4°C (39°F). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 7 rain days (57 mm (2.2 in)), this is one of the cloudier months.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Packing list for Paris in May
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Paris?
- May is not an optimal month for Paris (Score: 61/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, and August.
- How warm is it in Paris in May?
- In May, Paris sees daily highs of 20°C (68°F). Nights cool to 11°C (52°F), with a daily average of 15°C (59°F). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 4°C (39°F).
- How much rain falls in Paris in May?
- In May, Paris receives an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Paris get in May?
- Paris averages 6 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
