May Weather in Paris

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Paris, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 7°C (46°F). Highs can soar to 23°C (73°F), while lows may dip to -8°C (19°F). Typically, the humidity level in Paris throughout May hovers around 71%.

-8°C (19°F)

Minimum temperature

7°C (46°F)

Average temperature

23°C (73°F)

Maximum temperature

71%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Paris averages 77 mm (3.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 36 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 55 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 47% probability of sunny days during this period.

77 mm (3.0 inches)

Precipitation

15 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 55 minutes

Sunshine hours

47%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Paris reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 3 5 8 10 11 10 9 7 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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