Antwerp vs Paris

Antwerp and Paris are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Antwerp sits in the comfortable travel range at 21°C. Paris is also comfortable at 19°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Antwerp is the stronger choice in May. Paris receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Antwerp reaches an average high of 21°C (70°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Paris averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Antwerp receives approximately 67 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during May. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Paris sees 65 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Antwerp the drier option by 5 rain days and 2 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.