Lisbon vs Toronto

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Lisbon edges ahead as the better destination in May. Lisbon offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Toronto sees 11 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Lisbon sits in the comfortable travel range at 21°C. Toronto is also comfortable at 17°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Lisbon is the stronger choice in May. Lisbon receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Lisbon reaches an average high of 21°C (70°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Toronto averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Lisbon receives approximately 44 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during May. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Toronto sees 73 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Lisbon the drier option by 4 rain days and 29 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.