Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for May
| Metric | Geneva | Paris | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 19°C (66°F) | 19°C (66°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 10°C (50°F)▲ | 9°C (48°F) | Geneva |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 16 days | 11 days▲ | Paris |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 140 mm | 65 mm▲ | Paris |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day▲ | 10h/day | Geneva |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 11 km/h▲ | 18 km/h | Geneva |
Geneva 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.
Geneva sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Paris is also comfortable at 19°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Paris is the stronger choice in May. Geneva receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Geneva reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
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 two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.
Geneva receives approximately 140 mm of rainfall across 16 rain days during May. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.
Paris sees 65 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Paris the drier option by 5 rain days and 75 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 19°C, lows of 10°C, 16 rain days
Highs of 19°C, lows of 9°C, 11 rain days
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during May.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. May is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Geneva | Paris | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 5°C | 13d | 7°C | 12d |
| Feb | 7°C | 11d | 8°C | 10d |
| Mar | 11°C | 13d | 12°C | 11d |
| Apr | 15°C | 13d | 15°C | 11d |
| May | 19°C | 16d | 19°C | 11d |
| Jun | 22°C | 14d | 22°C | 10d |
| Jul | 24°C | 13d | 24°C | 10d |
| Aug | 24°C | 12d | 24°C | 9d |
| Sep | 20°C | 12d | 21°C | 8d |
| Oct | 16°C | 12d | 16°C | 11d |
| Nov | 10°C | 13d | 11°C | 11d |
| Dec | 6°C | 13d | 7°C | 12d |
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