Paris vs Luxembourg City

Paris and Luxembourg City 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.

Paris sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Luxembourg City is also comfortable at 17°C.

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

Paris reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Luxembourg City averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Paris receives approximately 65 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Luxembourg City sees 68 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Paris the drier option by 1 rain day and 3 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.