Wondering about the weather by month in Paris, France, especially if you're planning a trip to the City of Light and want to decide the best season or month to travel, what to pack, and best things to do?

Paris enjoys a generally temperate climate with four distinct seasons - but you'll find a surprising amount of overlap between each month along with lots of unpredictability throughout the year.

Occasionally you may experience the joy of a few spring-like days in the 50s and 60s (10°-20°C) during the winter months of December, January, and February. 

Similarly, on occasional summer nights during June, July, and August can dip to the 40s (7° to 9°C) and feel like winter.

Although Paris temperatures typically hover in a moderate range, you may also be surprised by the possible weather extremes each month.

Minimum temperature readings can occasionally dip to 20°F (-7°C) or even a bit lower during January and February.

Paris summer months offer lovely warm weather with highs in the mid-70s (24° to 25°C) to lower 80s (27° to 28°C) - except when occasional heat waves send daily temperatures soaring to 100 degrees and beyond (40+°C). 

On a scorching record-breaker day in July 2019, the official Orly Airport Weather Station recorded 107°F (42°C) and some local neighborhood stations within Paris reported a whopping 110°F (43°C) 

What about rain?  The climate of Paris is relatively dry, with average annual precipitation totaling just 25.6 inches (646 mm).  Measurable precipitation falls on an average of 110 days each year, distributed more or less evenly across all months. 

But there are exceptions. Sometimes so much rain falls at once (particularly during May and June) that the ground becomes super-saturated, causing the Seine River to overflow and flood the nearby Louvre, Orangerie, and Orsay museums.

In case you're wondering, May, June, and December have been the rainiest months during the past decade (October is a close second, thanks to one recent year with much heavier than usual rainfall), while April and July are the driest.

None of these extremes should discourage you from visiting Paris. 

But knowing about unusual conditions as well as Paris weather monthly averages can help you decide what to pack, where to stay (should you, for example, rent an un-airconditioned apartment during July and August?), and plan a few activities for a possible bad-weather day.

That's what this article is about.  You'll find Paris weather by month and season, packing tips, and suggestions for weather-proof activities in case you encounter unexpected conditions or extreme temperatures.  

You can even check the Paris weather for today plus the forecast for the coming week. 

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Most recent updates:  September, 2024

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Paris Weather Right Now & This Week

Wondering what the weather is like in Paris, France right now? Here is today's weather forecast for Paris in Fahrenheit and Celcius, as well as the 7-day Paris forecast for the coming week:

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Find out More about the Weather in Paris Each Month

Planning ahead for your next trip to Paris and wondering what kind of weather to expect when you're planning activities and making your packing list?  Here are quick links to what to expect each month:

Jan - Feb - March - April - May - June - July - Aug - Sept - Oct - Nov - Dec

Is the Weather Information in this Article Up to Date & Accurate?

Yes to both.  

We use Paris data from the official Orly Airport Weather Monitoring Station.

We calculate these measurements for the most recent 10 years:

  • Temperature ranges (high and low) and averages for each month
  • Precipitation ranges and averages for each month
  • Ranges for the number of days with precipitation

The record high and low temperatures for each month reflect the past 30 years. 

We update on a rolling basis throughout the year after the end of each month so that you'll always see the most current accurate information for the previous 10 or 30 years. 

If you're curious, you can find out more details about our methodology near the end of this article (and yes, we turned into total weather nerds while working on this article so that you don't have to).


Paris Spring Weather by Month: March, April, May

Eiffel Tower view from Palais de Tokyo street-side tables on a gray day in February - but note the blooming flowers!
Magnolias blooming in Jardin du Palais Royal in early April

The beauty of spring in Paris feels euphoric, with clear blue skies, increasingly warm temperatures, and flowers bursting into bloom throughout the city.

March weather in Paris often hovers on the chillier side, but you'll notice more warmth by April, and by the end of May, you'll be basking in the sunshine as you feel the first strong hints of summer heat.

Parisians relax and sip wine (or enjoy an entire meal) at outdoor terraces in front of cafes, sit on park benches to soak up sun, and pack away their heavy winter coats in favor of light-weight trenches (although perhaps with layers of sweaters underneath). 

What's the most important thing to know about spring weather in Paris?  "Erratic" and "unpredictable" define it (of course, you could argue that that's true in Paris year-round). 

Daytime temperatures can soar to the upper 70s and 80s (26° to 32°C) with lots of sunshine, but also may hover in the low 40s (5°C) or lower.  Rain and wind almost always accompanies these lows. 

What to pack?  For women, a water-resistant trench coat or jacket plus a sweater is a good idea, plus a couple of short-sleeved tops and maybe even a sleeveless one for those hot days in April and May. 

You'll still see plenty of Parisians wearing their ankle boots, but boots of any sort are not really necessary at this point.  What's important are comfortable, sturdy walking shoes - especially important if you hit an icy patch of sidewalk as you're heading back to your hotel after a later dinner.

For men, a waterproof jacket with a zip-out lining can be ideal, although a lighter weight rain jacket layered with a sweater also works well.

Precipitation (usually rain, but you might also see a bit of snow, sleet, and/or ice) can vary from a little to a lot.  Sunny, dry weather can follow a week or two of gray, rainy days - but you never know when, or even if, this will happen.

Spring also marks a rapid transition from the short daylight hours of winter to the extremely long days of summer, with barely over 11 hours of daylight at the beginning of March to almost 16 hours by the end of May.

March Weather in Paris

10-year range of highest temperatures during March:  43°F to 78°F (6°C to 25°C)
10-year range of lowest temperatures:  3°F to 54° F (-5°C to 12°C)

10-year average of highest temperatures in March:  51°F to 59°F (10° to 15°C)
10-year average of lowest temperatures in March: 38°F to 43°F (3° to 6°C)

30-year record high temperature for this month:   78°F (25°C) in 2021
30-year record low temperature for this month:   15°F (-9°C) in 2005

Average precipitation for March during past 10 years:   2.2 inches (55 mm)
10-year annual range of monthly precipitation:  0.9 inch (23 mm) to 3.5 inches (88 mm)
Number of days with precipitation (10 year range):  5 - 23

Average hours of daylight:  12 hours, 0 minutes

Find out more about Paris Weather in March, plus what to pack & best things to do

April Weather in Paris

10-year range of highest temperatures during April:  38°F to 84°F (3°C to 29°C)
Range of lowest temperatures:  29°F to 58° F (-2°C to 15°C)

Average April high temperature - past 10 years:  58°F to 69°F (15° to 21°C)
Average April low temperature - past 10 years: 40°F to 48°F (4° to 9°C)

Record high temperature for April - past 30 years:   84°F (29°C) in 2018
Record low temperature for April - past 30 years:   29°F (-2°C) in 2021

Average precipitation for April during past 10 years:   1.5 inches (39 cm)
10-year annual range of monthly precipitation:  0.6 inch (16 mm) in three of the past 10 months to 2.9 inches (73 mm)
Number of days with precipitation (10 year range):  5 - 21

Average hours of daylight:  13 hours, 50 minutes

Find out more about Paris Weather in April, plus what to pack & best things to do

May Weather in Paris

Range of highest temperatures during May:   63°F to 89°F (17°C to 32°C)
Range of lowest temperatures during May:  34°F to 66° F (1°C to 19°C)

Average highest temperatures in May - past 10 years:  64°F to 72°F (18° to 22°C)
Average lowest temperatures in May - past 10 years: 33°F to 67°F (0° to 19°C)

Record high temperature for May - past 30 years:   89°F (32°C) in 2017
Record low temperature for May - past 30 years:   33°F (0°C) in 2019

Average precipitation for May:   2.6 inches (67 mm)
10-year annual range of monthly precipitation:  0.5 inch (14 mm) to 6 inches (152 mm)
Number of days with precipitation (10 year range):  5 - 23

Average hours of daylight:  15 hours, 20 minutes

Find out more about Paris Weather in May, plus what to pack & best things to do

Paris Summer Weather Each Month: June, July, August

Rosa Bonheur Sur Seine, a floating bar near the Pont Alexandre III bridge in the 7th arrondissement
Rosa Bonheur Sur Seine, a floating bar near the Pont Alexandre III bridge in the 7th arrondissement

Summer weather in Paris can be glorious, with very long days and average daytime temperatures usually in the mid-to-upper 70s (24° to 26°C). 

"Beaches" lined with chairs for lounging, wine bars, and in some areas, water sports pop up along the Seine River, while floating bars dot the river's edge.  Paris parks attract visitors lots of free outdoor film and music festivals, plus grassy slopes for relaxing. 

Summer is also a fantastic time of the year to visit Versailles Palace, Disneyland Paris, and Monet's famous gardens with lily ponds at Giverny.

Sounds idyllic, right?  Well, as always in Paris, you may also encounter a few days of extreme weather. 

Heat waves lasting several days can occur when sirocco winds blow masses of hot air up from the Maghreb in North Africa, causing temperatures to soar to around 100° (38°C) or more, hitting an all-time high of 107° (42°C) in July, 2019 (although some local Paris weather stations reported temps as high as 110° (43°C). 

Paris doesn't get these extreme heat waves every year - but during recent years, they have become more frequent.  You should expect that one might happen during your visit - so plan accordingly.

See our tips for staying cool during a Paris summer heat wave

At other times, cool fronts move in from the Atlantic, bringing a few days of rain and chilly temperatures in the low 40s to mid-50s (5° to 13°C).

Pack light-weight clothing to stay comfortable in the (sometimes extreme) heat, but do add a sweater or two, or a light jacket.  Sandals can be tempting but since sidewalks are not reliably free of dog poop, you may feel happier in closed-toe shoes.

Although both June and July usually have close to the same amount rainfall on average than August (which typically has only 7 days with precipitation), June in particular sometimes gets torrential rains.

When this happens, watch out!  The rain quickly saturates the ground and causes the Seine River to rise enough to overflow its banks, triggering river-side museums (Louvre, Orangerie, Orsay) to close as they protect their art.  

Despite all of this, summer is still a fantastic time to visit Paris - but if you're planning to rent an apartment for your visit, don't forget about the possibility of uncomfortably hot days and even nights. 

Paris Travel Tip:  Most Paris hotels with 3 stars or more offer air conditioning, but if you're planning to rent an apartment for your visit during summer months, consider choosing one with air-conditioning, especially if you will be here during July and August.

June Weather in Paris

10-year range of highest temperatures during June:   56°F to 99°F (14°C to 37°C)
10-year range of lowest temperatures during June:  43°F to 70° F (6°C to 70°C)

10-year average of highest temperatures in June:  71°F to 82°F (2° to 28°C)
10-year average of lowest temperatures in June: 55°F to 60°F (13° to 16°C)

Record high temperature for this month for past 30 years:  99°F (37°C) in 2017
Record low temperature for this month for past 30 years:  38°F (3°C) in 2006

Average precipitation for June during past 10 years:   2.7 inches (68 mm)
10-year annual range of monthly precipitation:  0.2 inch (4 cm) to 5.5 inches (141 mm)
Number of days with precipitation (10 year range):  3-17

Average hours of daylight:  16 hours, 5 minutes

Find out more about Paris Weather in June, plus what to pack & best things to do

July Weather in Paris

10-year range of highest daily temperatures during July:   64°F to 107°F (18°C to 42°C)
10-year range of lowest daily temperatures during July:  48°F to 76° F (9°C to 24°C)

10-year average of highest temperatures in July:  79°F to 85°F (26°C to 29°C)
10-year average of highest temperatures in July: 59°F to 64°F (15°C to 18°C)

Record high temperature for past 30 years:  107°F (42°C) in 2019
Record low temperature for past 30 years:  47°F (8°C) in 2008

Average precipitation for July:   1.3 inches (33 mm)
Range of July precipitation for the past 10 years:  0.7 inch (18 mm) to 2.7 inches (69 cm)
Number of days with precipitation during past 10 years:  2-13

Average hours of daylight:  15 hours, 40 minutes

Find out more about Paris Weather in July, plus what to pack & best things to do

August Weather in Paris

10-year range of highest daily temperatures during August:   58°F to 102°F (15°C to 39°C)
10-year range of lowest daily temperatures:  45°F to 74° F (7°C to 23°C)

10-year average of highest temperatures in August:  75°F to 84°F (24°C to 29°C)
10-year average of lowest temperatures in August: 58°F to 64°F (15°C to 18°C)

Record high temperature for this month for past 30 years:  104°F (40°C) in 2003
Record low temperature for this month for past 30 years:  43°F (6°C) in 2014

Average precipitation for August:  2.3 inches (59 mm)
Range of August precipitation for the past 10 years:  0.7 inch (18 mm) to 3.2 inches (81 mm)
Number of days with precipitation during past 10 years:  7-18

Average hours of daylight:  14 hours, 20 minutes

Find out more about Paris Weather in August, plus what to pack & best things to do

Paris Fall Weather by Month: September, October, November

Fall foliage in Pere Lachaise Cemetery
Fall foliage in Pere Lachaise Cemetery

Paris typically enjoys fantastic autumn weather, without the extremes of other seasons, and by late September, you'll even see tinges of fall foliage color as leaves slowly turn golden. 

Colors usually peak in October, but continue to be lovely but more muted in November.

Although November weather is noticeably cooler, rainier, and has far fewer hours of daylight than September or even October, all three months usually experience a number of balmy days. 

In fact, daytime temperatures during Paris weather in September can soar into the 90s (33+°C), although usually only for a few hours during a day or two at a time - so no prolonged heat spells like you might experience during the summer months.

When you're packing for your autumn trip, make sure to include something cool enough to wear on hot days that can serve as an extra layer during crisp Paris weather in fall.  You'll also need a jacket when you visit Paris in the fall, especially during November, plus a sweater or two to layer underneath when needed.

Paris usually attracts lots of tourists as well as business visitors during September and October, but by November, crowds begin to thin out as the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, especially during the second half of the month.  But that's when Christmas lights start to sparkle all over the city and Christmas markets begin to open, so you may not notice the chill!

Weather in Paris in September

Here's the range of daily highs and lows throughout September during the past 10 years:

  • Range of monthly highest temperatures during September:   56°F to 96°F (13°C to 35°C)
  • Range of monthly lowest temperatures during September:  39°F to 69° F (4°C to 21°C)

Here's average daily highs and lows throughout September during the past 10 years:

  • Average September highest temperature for past 10 years:  67°F to 83°F (19°C to 24°C)
  • Average September lowest temperature for past 10 years:  50°F to 60°F (10°C to 15°C)

Here are the record-breaking extreme high and low temperatures during the past 30 years:

  • Highest September temperature (1991-present):  96°F (35°C) in 2023 (worth noting: the previous high of 94°F / 34°C was set just two years earlier in 2021)
  • Lowest September temperature (1991-present):  38°F (3°C) in 2012

Want to know about how much rain to expect?  Here's the average for September, and the range and average number of days with rain for the past decade:

  • Average precipitation for September:  2.2 inches (55 mm)
  • Range of September precipitation for the past 10 years:  0.4 inch (1 mm) to 4.7 inches (11.9 mm)
  • Number of days with precipitation during past 10 years:  7 - 23

And last but not least, Paris gets an average of 12 hours and 30 minutes of daylight during September.

Find out more about Paris Weather in September, plus what to pack & best things to do

Paris Weather in October 

Range of daily high temperatures in October during past 10 years:   43°F to 84°F (14°C to 29°C)
Range of daily low temperatures in October during past 10 years:  34°F to 64° F (1°C to 18°C)

10-year average of highest temperatures in October:  59°F (15°C) to 68°F (20°C)
10-year average of lowest temperatures: 45°F (7°C) to 53°F (12°C)

Record high temperature during October for past 30 years:  84°F (29°C) in 2023
Record low temperature for past 30 years:  27°F (-3°C) in 1997

Average precipitation for October during past 10 years:  2.6 inches (67 mm)
10-year annual range of monthly precipitation:  0.9 inch (23 mm) to 6.7 inches (169 mm)
Number of days with precipitation (10 year range):  10 - 25

Average hours of daylight:  10 hours, 45 minutes

Find out more about Paris Weather in October, plus what to pack & best things to do

Weather in Paris in November

Fall foliage and blue sky in Montmartre's Parc Marcel Bleustein Blanchet in early November
Fall foliage and blue sky in Montmartre's Parc Marcel Bleustein Blanchet in early November

Range of daily high temperatures during November:   37°F to 71°F (3°C to 22°C)
Range of daily low temperatures during November:  24°F to 59° F (-5°C to 15°C)

10-year average of highest temperatures in November:  50°F (10°C) to 57°F (14°C)
10-year average of lowest temperatures in November: 39°F (4°C) to 46°F (8°C)

Record high temperature for this month (1991-present):  71°F (22°C) in 2015
Record low temperature for this month (1991-present):  17°F (-8°C) in 1998

Average precipitation for November during past 10 years:   2.2 inches (55 mm)
10-year annual range of monthly precipitation:  0.6 inch (15 mm) to 3.8 inches (98 mm)
Number of days with precipitation (10 year range):  15-25, which means you'll probably experience some rain on at least half and maybe most days during November

Average hours of daylight:  9 hours, 5 minutes

Find out more about Paris Weather in November, plus what to pack & best things to do

Paris Winter Weather by Month: December, January, February

Paris in December weather: Seine River cruise on a balmy winter day
Paris in December weather: Seine River cruise on a balmy winter day

Travel advice often characterizes winter in Paris as quite cold and gray, but that's not totally true.  Sure, some days fit that description, but if you live in a cold climate such as the northern U.S., Canada, or Northern Europe, you might be more inclined to call it "chilly."  And even the grayest days typically offer periods of brilliant sun.

Average high temperatures for all three months hover in the upper 40s (8°C) to the mid-50s (12°C), but each month usually includes a few (or more) days as high as the 60s (17° to 20°C).  February even experienced a high of 69° (21°C) a few years ago.  You'll certainly need to bring a medium or heavy-weight coat or jacket, but make sure you also pack a sweater or two, and be prepared to dress in layers.

All three winter months have experienced 24 or more days with precipitation during the past decade, but the rain often comes in the form of brief showers and drizzle.  Even when it falls steadily, rain seldom continues all day - but for those wet days, bring a couple of pairs of waterproof ankle boots or walking shoes so that if one pair gets soaked, you'll have another dry pair to wear while the first pair dries.

Will you see snow during the winter in Paris?  Maybe, but usually not much - maybe a few days with a dusting and perhaps a couple with an accumulation of 1-2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm).  Most of the time, the snow melts quickly as the temperature rises.  Ice fog - yes, that's literally frozen fog - is more common than snow. 

Are Paris winters dark and dreary?  Not really.  Brilliant lights, holiday decorations, and Christmas markets keep the city bright and festive between mid-November and early January. 

Ice skating rinks pop up in a few locations.  The big semi-annual sales start in early January and usually continue into February.  Museums host some of their best exhibitions during winter months. 

And by late February, you can spot the earliest magnolia and cherry blossoms as well as patches of daffodils in Paris parks.  And actually, in many of the city's numerous green spaces, you'll find a few things with small blooms during December and January if you look closely enough.

Paris Weather in December

Range of daily high temperatures during December:   27°F to 61°F (-3°C to 16°C)
Range of daily low temperatures during December:  21°F to 57° F (-6°C to 14°C)

10-year average of highest temperatures in December:  46°F to 53° F (7°C to 12°C)
10-year average of lowest temperatures in December:  34°F to 44° F (1°C to 7°C)

Record high temperature for past 30 years:  62°F (17°C) in 2000
Record low temperature for past 30 years:  14°F (-10°C) in 1996

Average precipitation for December during past 10 years:  2.7 inches (68 mm)
10-year annual range of monthly precipitation:  0.6 inch (16 mm) to 4.8 inches (122 mm)
Number of days with precipitation (10 year range):  7-25

Average hours of daylight:  8 hours, 20 minutes

Find out more about Paris Weather in December, plus what to pack

Weather in Paris in January

Range of daily high temperatures during January:   28°F to 59°F (-2°C to 15°C)
Range of daily low temperatures during January:  18°F to 53° F (-8°C to 11°C)

10-year average of highest temperatures in January:  40°F to 50° F (5°C to 10°C)
10-year average of lowest temperatures in January:  35°F to 42° F (2°C to 5°C)

Record high temperature for past 30 years:  62°F (17°C) in 2003
Record low temperature for past 30 years:  8°F (-13°C) in 2010

Average precipitation for January during past 10 years:  2.0 inches (52 mm)
10-year annual range of monthly precipitation:  0.7 inch (18 mm) to 4.5 inches (114 mm)
Number of days with precipitation (10 year range):  12-24

Average hours of daylight:  8 hours, 50 minutes

Find out more about Paris weather (including the 2018 flood) in January, plus what to pack & best things to do

February Weather in Paris

Range of daily high temperatures during February:   28°F to 69°F (-2°C to 21°C)
Range of daily low temperatures during February:  17°F to 54° F (-9°C to 12°C)

10-year average of highest temperatures in January:  40°F to 55° F (5°C to 13°C)
10-year average of lowest temperatures in January:  29°F to 45° F (-1°C to 7°C)

Record high temperature for past 30 years:  69°F (21°C) in 2019
Record low temperature for past 30 years:  10°F (-12°C) in 1991

Average precipitation for February during past 10 years:  1.8 inches (45 mm)
10-year annual range of monthly precipitation:  0.1 inch (2 mm) to 2.6 inches (66 mm)
Number of days with precipitation (10 year range):  3-21 (Interesting to note:  February 2023 experienced the smallest amount of rain during the past 10 years - a barely measurable one-tenth of an inch / 2 mm but it fell over the course of 3 days - so literally, just a few drops each day)

Average hours of daylight:  10 hours, 10 minutes

Find out more about Paris Weather in February, plus what to pack & best things to do

Weather-Proof Paris Attractions, Things to Do, & Where to Stay

Glass-enclosed Seine River dinner cruise
Glass-enclosed Seine River dinner cruise on a steamy August evening

These activities will insulate you from the weather, whether it's too rainy, too cold, or too hot and steamy:

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Pro tip:  Hotel rates usually trend higher during May, June, September, October, and about a 2-week period including Christmas and New Year.  Expect for that 2-week period, rates from November through mid-March tend to be at their lowest.

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Paris Weather by Month Resources

Want current Paris weather predictions for each day and month?   Meteoblue is an excellent French source.

Best historical weather data sources:  Meteostat, The Weather Channel, Weather Spark, Weather and Climate, and Time and Date

Our Data Source and Methodology for Calculating Temperatures and Precipitation (& Why We Wrote this Article)

We were inspired to write this article when we couldn't find up-to-date, reliable information about the type of Paris weather information that's useful when planning a trip (and especially, deciding what to pack).

For example, we wanted to know what's the average range of high and low temperatures during a specific month when we'd be in Paris, what are some historical extremes (so that we know if we should throw in a pair of warm gloves for an April trip, or a sleeveless top for February), and whether we should be worried about traveling during an especially rainy month.

Average, highest, and lowest temperatures and amounts of precipitation for a specific time period such as a month usually vary each year and may change over time.  That's why it's useful to look at averages, highs, and lows for a recent period - let's say the last 10 years - when you're planning for a trip and want to know what to expect.

Unfortunately, lots of the weather information we could find online was for earlier time periods.  We wanted up-to-date information that reflected current weather trends.

We realized that other Paris travelers might want this information too, so we turned into "weather data nerds" and created a spreadsheet using publicly-available official measurements from NOAA taken at the Orly Airport weather station to calculate information for these periods:

  • Range and average of highest and lowest temperatures, and average rainfall by month:  Past 10 years
  • Record high and low temperatures:  1991 - present

We update this article with the latest data frequently to make sure you (and we) have the most recent and reliable up-to-date information when planning our trips to Paris - you can find the date of the last update near the top of this page.  

We thank Meteostat for making the raw data from NOAA/Paris Orly Airport freely available.  Any errors (which we try hard not to make) are due to our calculations, not the data source.


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