Weather in Paris – What to Expect Each Season
The weather in Paris, while generally mild, often surprises visitors with its cooler temperatures and frequent rain. Gray skies and occasional showers are common companions, and in winter, you might even experience a dusting of snow — though it rarely lingers for long. Understanding the seasonal shifts will help you make the most of your visit, rain or shine.
Spring ushers in refreshing showers during March and April, while summers are typically pleasant, with temperatures often settling in the 70s (20s C). Our guide provides insights into what to expect throughout the year, along with practical packing tips to ensure you're prepared to enjoy Paris in any season.
Weather in Paris – A Month-by-Month Guide
January Paris Thermometer
• Minimum temperature: 36°F (2°C)
• Maximum temperature: 43°F (6°C)
• Average temperature: 37°F (3°C)
• Average rainfall: 2 inches (50 mm)
• Average wet days: 18
• Average number of days with some snow: 4
January-At-A-Glance Paris Packing Tips
With 18 days of rain and a few days of snow, you should be convinced to pack clothes to keep you warm and dry. Trouble is, it is Paris, so you will want to look good, too. Check out our Guide To What To Wear In Paris for packing tips.
February Paris Thermometer
• Minimum temperature: 35°F (3°C)
• Maximum temperature: 46°F (8°C
• Average temperature: 37°F (2°C)
• Average rainfall: 1 inch (39 mm)
• Average number of wet days: 14
• Average number of days with snow: 4
February-At-A-Glance Paris Packing Tips
February weather is not much different from January, so expect the same with just a few less days of rain. Even with fewer rainy days, you'll still need a travel umbrella and waterproof shoes.
March Paris Thermometer
• Minimum temperature: 41°F (5°C)
• Maximum temperature: 52°F (11°C)
• Average temperature: 45°F (7°C)
• Average rainfall: 2 inches (41 mm)
• Average number of days with rainy patches: 12
• Average number of days with snow: 2
March-At-A-Glance Paris Packing Tips
March weather, too, can be unpredictable. It may arrive like a lion and leave like a lamb. Or arrive like a lamb and leave like a lion. Surprisingly, March is the driest month of the year in Paris. Plan to bring warm clothes, but you just might have to buy a new wardrobe if a heat wave rolls in. Luckily, there is shopping in Paris.
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April Paris Thermometer
• Minimum temperature: 45°F (7°C)
• Maximum temperature: 59°F (15°C)
• Average temperature: 50°F (10°C)
• Average rainfall: 2 inches (45 mm)
• Average number of days with rainy patches: 12
April-At-A-Glance Paris Packing Tips
With less rain and warmer temperatures, it's time to think about your springtime in Paris wardrobe, but don't go too crazy. You'll still need a warm spring coat and that darn umbrella. For more packing ideas, see our guide to What To Wear In Paris In Spring.
May Paris Thermometer
• Minimum temperature: 50°F (10°C)
• Maximum temperature: 65°F (18°C)
• Average temperature: 57°F (14°C)
• Average rainfall: 2 inches (56 mm)
• Average number of days with rainy patches: 12
May-At-A-Glance Paris Packing Tips
May weather in Paris os often just plain glorious, so start thinking about your flirty skirts and sandals. But (there's always a "but"), with a few rainy patches to be expected, better bring a light raincoat too.
June Paris Thermometer
• Minimum temperature: 55°F (13°C)
• Maximum temperature: 72°F (22°C)
• Average temperature: 63°F (17°C)
• Average rainfall: 2 inches (56 mm)
• Average number of days with rainy patches: 12
June-At-A-Glance Paris Packing Tips
June in Paris can be fantastic. Better bring your summer wardrobe with you. (Just leave home the short-shorts and flip-flops, read our guide to What To Wear In Paris.) Parisians are especially stylish in the summer months.
A Classic Seine Dinner Cruise
A dinner cruise is one of the easiest ways to see Paris lit up at night without racing across town. This 2.5-hour cruise serves classic French cuisine on an all-glass boat, so the views stay with you as the landmarks slide by.
July Paris Thermometer
• Minimum temperature: 59°F (15°C)
• Maximum temperature: 78°F (24°C)
• Average temperature: 66°F (19°C)
• Average rainfall: 2 inches (57 mm)
• Average number of days with rainy patches: 13
July-At-A-Glance Paris Packing Tips
Expect summer to sizzle. Bring your swimming suit with you and lounge on the banks of the Seine during the annual Paris Plage.
August Paris Thermometer
• Minimum temperature: 59°F (15°C)
• Maximum temperature: 77°F (24°C)
• Average temperature: 66°F (19°C)
• Average rainfall: 1 inch (32 mm)
• Average number of days with rainy patches: 10
August-At-A-Glance Paris Packing Tips
The good times should continue through August. Summertime is in full swing, so plan to bring along extra sunscreen.
September Paris Thermometer
• Minimum temperature: 55°F (13°C)
• Maximum temperature: 70°F (21°C)
• Average temperature: 59°F (15°C)
• Average rainfall: 2 inches (53 mm)
• Average number of days with rainy patches: 13
September-At-A-Glance Paris Packing Tips
The days of September in Paris are magical. The temperatures drop slightly and you may feel a twinge of fall in the air towards the end of the month. Although you can still get away with some of your summer wardrobe, you'll want to start thinking about what to wear in Paris in Fall.
Day Trips From Paris
Some of France’s most memorable places lie just beyond Paris. Spend a day exploring royal chateaux, vineyard regions, medieval towns, and historic landmarks, then return to the city by evening with a richer sense of the country.
October Paris Thermometer
• Minimum temperature: 48°F (9°C)
• Maximum temperature: 61°F (16°C)
• Average temperature: 52°F (11°C)
• Average rainfall: 2 inches (56 mm)
• Average number of days with rainy patches: 12
October-At-A-Glance Paris Packing Tips
It's the beginning of autumn, and that says it all. With more days of rain and cooler temperatures, you'll want to bring your stylish fall coat, sweaters for layering and comfortable warm shoes.
November Paris Thermometer
• Minimum temperature: 41°F (5°C)
• Maximum temperature: 50°F (10°C)
• Average temperature: 43°F (6°C)
• Average rainfall: 2 inches (54 mm)
• Average number of wet days: 16
November-At-A-Glance Paris Packing Tips
Think rainy and chilly, with low temperatures approaching freezing. Then factor in wind chill and the shorter daylight hours and you'll understand why your suitcase should be well-stocked with warm clothes. An umbrella or a waterproof jacket with a hood is a must. Suede shoes or shoes made of non-waterproof material should be left at home. Boots are a good idea. Women who enjoy wearing heels should bring at least one pair of flat, warm, dry shoes for walking.
December Paris Thermometer
• Minimum temperature: 37°F (3°C)
• Maximum temperature: 44°F (7°C)
• Average temperature: 39°F (4°C)
• Average rainfall: 2 inches (49 mm)
• Average number of wet days: 16
• Average number of snow days: 2
December-At-A-Glance Paris Packing Tips
Christmas in Paris is another special time. Magical, perhaps, but it can be chilly, too. You won't want to bundle up like a Eskimo (since you are in the fashion capital) but you will want to bring along your stylish winter coat, gloves and warm boots.
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