Best Time to Visit Paris
Best time to visit Paris: April, May, June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Paris
Go in April, May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Paris month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45° | 35° | 3,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 51° | 41° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 56° | 41° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 64° | 46° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 69° | 52° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 78° | 59° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 80° | 62° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 78° | 60° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 71° | 55° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 63° | 50° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 53° | 43° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 40° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Paris compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Paris.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palace and Park of Versailles | 11 mi | 55°F | about the same | 36 in |
| Palace of Versailles | 11 mi | 55°F | about the same | 36 in |
| Brussels | 164 mi | 54°F | 34°F cooler | 33 in |
| Belgium | 164 mi | 54°F | 34°F cooler | 33 in |
| Bruges | 167 mi | 53°F | 34°F cooler | 35 in |
Best time to visit each attraction in Paris
2 attractions mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each airport in Paris
2 airports mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each river in Paris
1 rivers mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each district in Paris
3 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Paris is a city in France. Paris is known for Eiffel Tower, Louvre, cafe culture. It has a population of about 2.1 million.
Right now it is 60°F (16°C) in Paris with mainly clear. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 57°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Paris is April, May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 80°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Paris Orly Airport (ORY), about 9 mi away. Nearby highlights include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Seine River and Palace of Versailles.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 76°F is 2.9°F below the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Paris today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Paris right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:07 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 76° / 57°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 9 mph
🌦️ 77° / 62°
Light showers · 60% rain · wind 14 mph
Things to do in Paris
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Paris?
Paris is a city in France. Its coordinates are 48.8566, 2.3522. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Paris right now?
It is currently 60°F (16°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 69% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
April, May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Paris, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Paris in?
Paris observes Europe/Paris (UTC+02:00). The local time is 11:07 AM.
How many people live in Paris?
Paris has a population of approximately 2.1 million.
What is the nearest airport to Paris?
The closest airports are Paris Orly Airport (ORY), 9 mi away, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 14 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 195 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Paris?
Popular options include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Seine River, Palace of Versailles, Palace and Park of Versailles and Mont-Saint-Michel and its Bay.
What places are in Paris?
Paris covers 8 places in this atlas, including Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris Orly Airport, Seine River and Latin Quarter.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 11:07 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
