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Ile de France Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ile de France, France in May.

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Considering a trip to Ile de France, France this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Ile de France in May

Ile de France, France is a region in France. May in Ile de France generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Paris.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Ile de France, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Limetz with an average of 67 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Chamigny with 73 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Paris typically receives 200 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Ile de France by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ile de France - and find the best time to visit. (based on Paris)

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March13°C (55°F) April16°C (61°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September22°C (72°F) October17°C (63°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Ile de France in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ile de France.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Ile de France

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Ile de France, France?

Temperature range in Ile de France (May)

Precipitation variation in Ile de France (May)

Paris

In May Paris generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
200 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Paris →

Boulogne-Billancourt

In May Boulogne-Billancourt generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
200 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Boulogne-Billancourt →

Roissy-en-France

In May Roissy-en-France generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
200 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Roissy-en-France →

Versailles

In May Versailles generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
200 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Versailles →

Courbevoie

In May Courbevoie generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
200 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Courbevoie →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ile de France in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Paris 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Boulogne-Billancourt 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Roissy-en-France 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Versailles 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Courbevoie 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Neuilly-sur-Seine 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

Ile de France weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ile de France, France in May?

In May, Ile de France, France generally has excellent weather conditions. Paris sees daytime temperatures near 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to roughly 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Ile de France, France in May?

In Paris, the average daytime high in May is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

Does Ile de France, France get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Ile de France, France. Paris averages only about 69 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Ile de France, France?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Ile de France, France. Typically, the climate in Paris is excellent. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Paris. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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