Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for May
| Metric | Warsaw | Vilnius | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 21°C (70°F)▲ | 17°C (63°F) | Warsaw |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 9°C (48°F)▲ | 8°C (46°F) | Warsaw |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 6 days▲ | 12 days | Warsaw |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 67 mm | 67 mm | Tie |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day | 11h/day▲ | Vilnius |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h▲ | 18 km/h | Warsaw |
Warsaw and Vilnius 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.
Warsaw sits in the comfortable travel range at 21°C. Vilnius is also comfortable at 17°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.
Warsaw 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.
Vilnius averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°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.
Warsaw receives approximately 67 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during May. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Vilnius sees 67 mm over 12 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 21°C, lows of 9°C, 6 rain days
Highs of 17°C, lows of 8°C, 12 rain days
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. May is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Warsaw | Vilnius | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 0°C | 3d | -2°C | 11d |
| Feb | 4°C | 3d | -1°C | 11d |
| Mar | 10°C | 4d | 4°C | 11d |
| Apr | 17°C | 5d | 12°C | 10d |
| May | 21°C | 6d | 17°C | 12d |
| Jun | 23°C | 6d | 21°C | 13d |
| Jul | 21°C | 6d | 23°C | 13d |
| Aug | 17°C | 5d | 22°C | 12d |
| Sep | 10°C | 4d | 17°C | 10d |
| Oct | 4°C | 3d | 10°C | 11d |
| Nov | 0°C | 3d | 4°C | 11d |
| Dec | -2°C | 3d | 0°C | 11d |
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