Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for May
| Metric | Vilnius | Warsaw | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 17°C (63°F) | 21°C (70°F)▲ | Warsaw |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 8°C (46°F) | 9°C (48°F)▲ | Warsaw |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 12 days | 6 days▲ | Warsaw |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 67 mm | 67 mm | Tie |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day▲ | 7h/day | Vilnius |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h | 15 km/h▲ | Warsaw |
Vilnius and Warsaw 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.
Vilnius sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Warsaw is also comfortable at 21°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Warsaw is the stronger choice in May. Vilnius receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Vilnius reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Warsaw averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°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.
Vilnius receives approximately 67 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Warsaw sees 67 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Warsaw the drier option by 6 rain days and 0 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 17°C, lows of 8°C, 12 rain days
Highs of 21°C, lows of 9°C, 6 rain days
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. May is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Vilnius | Warsaw | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | -2°C | 11d | 0°C | 3d |
| Feb | -1°C | 11d | 4°C | 3d |
| Mar | 4°C | 11d | 10°C | 4d |
| Apr | 12°C | 10d | 17°C | 5d |
| May | 17°C | 12d | 21°C | 6d |
| Jun | 21°C | 13d | 23°C | 6d |
| Jul | 23°C | 13d | 21°C | 6d |
| Aug | 22°C | 12d | 17°C | 5d |
| Sep | 17°C | 10d | 10°C | 4d |
| Oct | 10°C | 11d | 4°C | 3d |
| Nov | 4°C | 11d | 0°C | 3d |
| Dec | 0°C | 11d | -2°C | 3d |
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