Paris · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonFrance · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 8° | 9° | 13° | 17° | 20° | 24° | 26° | 25° | 22° | 17° | 11° | 8° |
MINMIN | 3° | 3° | 5° | 7° | 11° | 14° | 16° | 15° | 13° | 10° | 6° | 3° |
☀️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 | 5d35mm | 6d40mm | 4d29mm | 7d57mm | 6d57mm | 4d42mm | 4d53mm | 4d39mm | 6d43mm | 6d43mm | 7d51mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is one of the best months to visit Paris — with 7 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 25°C.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 25°C, cooling to 15°C at night (daily average: 20°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 53 mm total.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Packing list for Paris in August
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Leichte Jacke für kühle Abende
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Paris?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Paris (Climate Score: 79/100). Pleasant temperatures (25°C), good sunshine (7 h/day), and few rain days (4) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Paris in August?
- In August, Paris sees daily highs of 25°C. Nights cool to 15°C, with a daily average of 20°C.
- How much rain falls in Paris in August?
- In August, Paris receives an average of 53 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Paris get in August?
- Paris averages 7 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
