Weather Comparison
Nice vs Barcelona
Side-by-side weather comparison for May
May Weather: Nice vs Barcelona
| Metric | Nice | Barcelona | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 20°C (68°F) | 21°C (70°F)▲ | Barcelona |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 13°C (55°F) | 13°C (55°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 10 days | 7 days▲ | Barcelona |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 64 mm | 46 mm▲ | Barcelona |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 12h/day | 12h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 9 | 9 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 12 km/h▲ | 17 km/h | Nice |
Which City is Better in May?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Barcelona edges ahead as the better destination in May. Barcelona offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 7 rain days, while Nice sees 12 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.
Nice sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Barcelona is also comfortable at 21°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Barcelona is the stronger choice in May.
Temperature Comparison in May
Nice reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Barcelona averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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.
Rainfall Comparison in May
Nice receives approximately 64 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Barcelona sees 46 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Barcelona the drier option by 3 rain days and 18 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Nice vs Barcelona
Packing for Nice in May
Highs of 20°C, lows of 13°C, 10 rain days
- ✓light layers
- ✓a light jacket for evenings
- ✓sunscreen
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Packing for Barcelona in May
Highs of 21°C, lows of 13°C, 7 rain days
- ✓light layers
- ✓a light jacket for evenings
- ✓sunscreen
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen. These items are useful in either destination during May.
Year-Round Comparison: Nice vs Barcelona
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.May is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Nice | Barcelona | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 11°C | 7d | 13°C | 6d |
| Feb | 12°C | 8d | 13°C | 6d |
| Mar | 14°C | 8d | 16°C | 7d |
| Apr | 17°C | 10d | 17°C | 9d |
| May | 20°C | 10d | 21°C | 7d |
| Jun | 24°C | 8d | 25°C | 6d |
| Jul | 27°C | 6d | 27°C | 5d |
| Aug | 27°C | 6d | 28°C | 7d |
| Sep | 23°C | 8d | 24°C | 11d |
| Oct | 19°C | 9d | 21°C | 10d |
| Nov | 15°C | 10d | 16°C | 8d |
| Dec | 12°C | 8d | 13°C | 6d |
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