Paris
France · Europe
The best time to visit Paris is June, July, and August. In summer, daytime highs average 26°C (79°F), with peaks around 35°C (95°F); in winter, nights average 3°C (37°F), dropping to around -5°C (23°F) on the coldest. All climate data are based on historical monthly averages (2005–2025) to help you plan the optimal travel time.
Paris – What you should know
Paris has a temperate oceanic climate with mild, year-round overcast conditions. Summers of 23–26°C (73–79°F), winters of 4–8°C (39–46°F) — extremely hot or cold days are rare. Rain is distributed throughout the year but is never as intense as in north-west Europe. Paris is a year-round destination — no season is really bad.
The most pleasant travel months are May, June and September: temperatures of 18–24°C (64–75°F), the Seine banks alive with excursion boats and the bistro terraces set out. July and August are high season with long queues at the Louvre and Eiffel Tower. In January and February Paris has the fewest tourists and cheapest prices — the secret best travel time for culture enthusiasts.
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 8° (46°)0– (32–)14 (57) | 9° (48°)1– (34–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)6– (43–)20 (68) | 17° (63°)9– (48–)25 (77) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)28 (82) | 24° (75°)16– (61–)32 (90) | 26° (79°)19– (66–)35 (95) | 25° (77°)19– (66–)33 (91) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)31 (88) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)24 (75) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)17 (63) | 8° (46°)0– (32–)14 (57) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 3° (37°)-5– (23–)10 (50) | 3° (37°)-5– (23–)9 (48) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)10 (50) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 14° (57°)7– (45–)19 (66) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)21 (70) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)20 (68) | 13° (55°)6– (43–)18 (64) | 10° (50°)2– (36–)15 (59) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)12 (54) | 3° (37°)-4– (25–)10 (50) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 2 | 3h UV 3 | 5h UV 5 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 5 | 4h UV 4 | 2h UV 2 | 2h UV 2 |
🌧Rain Days | 6d37mm (1.5") | 5d35mm (1.4") | 6d40mm (1.6") | 4d29mm (1.1") | 7d57mm (2.2") | 6d57mm (2.2") | 4d42mm (1.7") | 4d53mm (2.1") | 4d39mm (1.5") | 6d43mm (1.7") | 6d43mm (1.7") | 7d51mm (2.0") |
Best travel timeØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel Tips
September offers great weather in Paris with fewer tourists and lower prices — ideal for those who want to avoid the peak season crowds.
Events & Festivals
July
- Fête Nationale (Bastille Day)· 14 July
France's national holiday is marked by the largest military parade in Europe on the Champs-Élysées. In the evening there is a spectacular fireworks display at the Eiffel Tower.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the best time to visit Paris?
- The best time to visit Paris is June, July, and August. These months offer the most favourable combination of sunshine, temperatures, and low rainfall.
- How warm does it get in Paris?
- In summer, daytime highs in Paris average 26°C (79°F), with peaks around 35°C (95°F); in winter, nights average 3°C (37°F), dropping to around -5°C (23°F) on the coldest.
- How much rain does Paris get?
- Paris has a relatively even rainfall pattern with an average of 5 rain days per month. The driest months are January, February, and April.
Best Travel Time by Vacation Type
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City Trip
Pleasantly mild, not too hot
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