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Paris in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Paris in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Paris, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Paris in May 2025

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Mild
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$392 - $746
Planning a trip to Paris in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +66°F and approximately 8 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 15 rainy days and 73 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

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+66°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
73 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Paris has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Paris in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Paris for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +79°F during the day to a minimum of +45°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +68°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 53% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +61°F to +79°F.

Is Paris warm or cold in May?

Paris is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +59°F to +66°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +43°F to +50°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Paris:

Travel to Paris

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113
Flights per week
$392
Min. Price
$746
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Climate in Paris in May

Paris weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+59°F+66°F+73°F
Min. temperature
+27°F+32°F+39°F
Max. temperature
+82°F+90°F+99°F
Rainfall
53 mm73 mm67 mm
Wind
4 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
68%69%69%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1015 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
988
Cloudy days
545
Rainy days
151514
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +59°F to +66°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 53 mm to 73 mm. Humidity rises from 68% to 69%. Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 4 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 9 sunny days in April to 8 in May.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Paris in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Paris is gradually increasing during May, going from 4 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Paris based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 32% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 83 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
May is one of the rainiest months in Paris, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Paris wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 73 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 41% chance of precipitation and 44 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Paris?

This is the weather in Paris in May 2023:
1 May
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+61°F
2 May
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+66°F
3 May
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+70°F
4 May
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+74°F
5 May
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+70°F
6 May
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+70°F
7 May
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+65°F
8 May
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+67°F
9 May
🌧️
+64°F
10 May
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+63°F
11 May
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+60°F
12 May
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+57°F
13 May
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+71°F
14 May
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+67°F
15 May
🌫️
+60°F
16 May
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+62°F
17 May
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+63°F
18 May
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+63°F
19 May
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+67°F
20 May
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+70°F
21 May
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+71°F
22 May
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+70°F
23 May
☁️
+67°F
24 May
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+68°F
25 May
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+70°F
26 May
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+73°F
27 May
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+76°F
28 May
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+79°F
29 May
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+76°F
30 May
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+72°F
31 May
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+79°F
In May 2023 Paris had 23 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +79°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 41%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Paris climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Paris in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+57°F) and the highest in 2022 (+64°F). The driest year was 1991 with only 366 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2000 with 1287 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Paris in May:

Is May a good time to visit Paris?

May is a really good time to go to Paris. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Paris.

Can you sunbathe in Paris in May?

May has mild temperatures in Paris. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Paris rainy in May?

Paris is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Paris in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Paris in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

How much does it cost to fly to Paris in May?

The normal prices to fly to Paris is $392 - $746. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.

Other cities in France

Check out the weather for other cities in France.

Monthly weather in Paris

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Paris, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.