France Weather Forecast
France weather: 62°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
France weather in September
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Climate in France 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).
Best time to visit France
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- 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.
How France compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against France.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium | 164 mi | 54°F | 34°F cooler | 33 in |
| Brussels | 164 mi | 54°F | 34°F cooler | 33 in |
| Bruges | 167 mi | 53°F | 34°F cooler | 35 in |
| Brighton | 175 mi | 54°F | 34°F cooler | 38 in |
| Luxembourg | 178 mi | 52°F | 36°F cooler | 36 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is France?
France is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 48.8566, 2.3522. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in France right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with overcast. Humidity is 56% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit France?
April, May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in France, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is France in?
France observes Europe/Paris (UTC+02:00). The local time is 6:28 AM.
How many people live in France?
France has a population of approximately 68 million.
What is the nearest airport to France?
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 France?
Popular options include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Mont-Saint-Michel, Palace of Versailles, Mont-Saint-Michel and its Bay and Palace and Park of Versailles.
What places are in France?
France covers 9 places in this atlas, including Paris, Mont-Saint-Michel, Palace of Versailles, Mont-Saint-Michel and its Bay, Palace and Park of Versailles and Lyon.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - 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 24, 2026 at 6:28 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
