Best Time to Visit Paris
France · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
The best time to visit Paris is June to September, when the weather is at its most comfortable for sightseeing and time outdoors. July is the hottest month, with average highs of 25°C (77°F), while January is the coldest, with lows around 0°C (33°F). Rain is heaviest in December, at about 71 mm (2.8 in), and lightest in April, at 41 mm (1.6 in). December is the least comfortable month, mainly because of the cold.
Paris weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C 44°F | 0°C 33°F | 56 mm | 12 | 92% | 2.2 | Poor 3.8 |
| February | 8°C 47°F | 1°C 33°F | 51 mm | 11 | 87% | 3.2 | Fair 5 |
| March | 12°C 54°F | 2°C 36°F | 53 mm | 12 | 82% | 4.5 | Fair 6.4 |
| April | 16°C 61°F | 5°C 41°F | 41 mm | 9 | 77% | 5.8 | Excellent 8.4 |
| May | 19°C 66°F | 8°C 47°F | 68 mm | 13 | 76% | 5.5 | Excellent 8.4 |
| June | 23°C 73°F | 12°C 53°F | 69 mm | 12 | 75% | 6.6 | Excellent 9 |
| July | 25°C 77°F | 14°C 57°F | 58 mm | 10 | 71% | 6.9 | Excellent 9.5 |
| August | 25°C 76°F | 13°C 56°F | 56 mm | 10 | 72% | 6.1 | Excellent 9.4 |
| September | 22°C 71°F | 11°C 51°F | 49 mm | 10 | 76% | 5.7 | Excellent 9.6 |
| October | 17°C 63°F | 8°C 46°F | 62 mm | 12 | 84% | 3.9 | Excellent 8.1 |
| November | 11°C 51°F | 4°C 39°F | 62 mm | 12 | 91% | 2.5 | Fair 5.5 |
| December | 7°C 45°F | 1°C 35°F | 71 mm | 13 | 93% | 2.1 | Poor 3.6 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Paris?
The best time to visit Paris is June to September, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in Paris?
July is the hottest month in Paris, with an average high of 25°C (77°F).
What is the coldest month in Paris?
January is the coldest month in Paris, with an average low of 0°C (33°F).
What is the rainiest month in Paris?
December is the wettest month, with about 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain. April is the driest, with 41 mm (1.6 in).
Nearby destinations
- Brussels264 km · best June to July and September
- Bruges269 km · best June to September
- Luxembourg287 km · best July and September
- Saint Helier327 km · best June to September
- London344 km · best June to September
- Saint Peter Port361 km · best June to September
- Lyon393 km · best July to September
- Strasbourg397 km · best September
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