Paris · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonFrance · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 8° (45°) | 9° (48°) | 13° (55°) | 17° (62°) | 20° (68°) | 24° (75°) | 26° (79°) | 25° (77°) | 22° (72°) | 17° (63°) | 11° (52°) | 8° (47°) |
MINMIN | 3° (37°) | 3° (37°) | 5° (40°) | 7° (45°) | 11° (51°) | 14° (57°) | 16° (60°) | 15° (59°) | 13° (54°) | 10° (49°) | 6° (42°) | 3° (38°) |
☀️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 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 (77°F).
Daytime temperatures reach up to 25°C (77°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 20°C (68°F)). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 53 mm (2.1 in) 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 and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
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 (77°F)), 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 (77°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 20°C (68°F).
- How much rain falls in Paris in August?
- In August, Paris receives an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) 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.
