Paris · May
Low seasonFrance · Europe
Max Temp
19.5°C
Min Temp
10.2°C
Sunshine
5.9 h/day
Rain Days
7 days
Rainfall
57.1 mm
Humidity
69%
Avg Temp
14.9°C
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May in Paris at 20°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, and August.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 20°C, cooling to 10°C at night (daily average: 15°C). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 7 rain days (57 mm), this is one of the cloudier months.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Packing list for Paris in May
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
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. Nights cool to 10°C, with a daily average of 15°C.
- How much rain falls in Paris in May?
- In May, Paris receives an average of 57 mm 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.
