May weather forecastParis, France

The Eiffel Tower in Paris, France viewed from River SeineThe Eiffel Tower in Paris, France viewed from River Seine

May

Weather in May

May brings forth more consistent spring weather in Paris, with a comfortable increase in temperature. The rainfall recorded is 32mm (1.26"), indicating frequent short spells of rain adding to the city's appeal. Paris is painted in a palette of colors with the blooming flowers in gardens, terraces, and balconies. The city reveals its full spring-time glory, attracting photographers, nature lovers, and sightseers alike. Visitors can enjoy the pleasant sunlit days of May with al fresco dining options or by taking leisurely strolls along the Seine.

Temperature

Paris greets May with an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 18.3°C (64.9°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Throughout May, an average nighttime temperature of 9°C (48.2°F) is experienced.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout May, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated. In Paris, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 390mm (15.35") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Paris, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 17min.
On the first day of May in Paris, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 21:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 21:44 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Paris, France, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

In May, in Paris, the average high-temperature is 18.3°C (64.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 9°C (48.2°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Paris, France, is 76%.

In May, in Paris, France, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout May, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Paris, France, snow does not fall in April through November.

In Paris, the average day length in May is 15h and 17min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 21:06. On the last day of the month, in Paris, France, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 21:44 CEST.

In Paris, France, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Paris, France, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Paris, France

  • Average high temperature in May: 18.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Paris, France

  • Average pressure in May: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Paris, France

  • Average wind speed in May: 11.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Paris, France

  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Paris, France

  • Average rainfall in May: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (17mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Paris, France

  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Paris, France

  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Paris, France

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Paris, France

  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Paris, France

  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Paris, France

  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Paris, France

  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Paris, France

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).