Paris · April
Low seasonFrance · Europe
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 time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
April in Paris at 17°C (63°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, and August.
Daytime highs average 17°C (63°F), cooling to 7°C (45°F) at night (daily average: 12°C (54°F)). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 0°C (32°F). The sun shines an average of 6 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 29 mm (1.1 in) total.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Paris in April
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Paris?
- April is not an optimal month for Paris (Score: 66/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, and August.
- How warm is it in Paris in April?
- In April, Paris sees daily highs of 17°C (63°F). Nights cool to 7°C (45°F), with a daily average of 12°C (54°F). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 0°C (32°F).
- How much rain falls in Paris in April?
- In April, Paris receives an average of 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Paris get in April?
- Paris averages 6 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
