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Best time to visit Paris: month by month
Short answer
April to June and September to October are the best times: highs of 14–25°C, long days in late spring and fewer heatwaves than midsummer. June and September are busy and expensive, so book early. Winter is grey and cold (highs 7–10°C) but the cheapest season for hotels.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7°C | 2°C | 12 | low |
| Feb | 10°C | 3°C | 7 | low |
| Mar | 13°C | 4°C | 12 | medium |
| Apr | 14°C | 5°C | 9 | high |
| May | 19°C | 9°C | 10 | high |
| Jun | 25°C | 14°C | 12 | very high |
| Jul | 25°C | 15°C | 9 | very high |
| Aug | 25°C | 15°C | 11 | high |
| Sep | 23°C | 13°C | 11 | high |
| Oct | 18°C | 10°C | 13 | high |
| Nov | 11°C | 6°C | 14 | medium |
| Dec | 8°C | 4°C | 14 | medium |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs rise from about 13°C in March and 14°C in April to 19°C in May, with lows of 4–9°C; showers are common, around 9–12 rainy days a month.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Highs of about 25°C and lows of 14–15°C, with long evenings; heatwaves above 30°C happen. In August many independent restaurants close for holidays.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September stays mild at about 23°C, October cools to 18°C and November to 11°C, with rain on 11–14 days a month.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Cold and often grey: highs of 7–10°C and lows of 2–4°C. December has Christmas lights; January and February are the cheapest months.
Events worth planning around
- Paris Marathon (usually April)
- French Open tennis at Roland-Garros (late May to early June)
- Fête de la Musique on 21 June, with free concerts across the city
- Bastille Day on 14 July, with the military parade on the Champs-Élysées and fireworks at the Eiffel Tower
- Nuit Blanche, an all-night arts festival (early October)
When to avoid
Late July and August combine peak tourist crowds, possible heatwaves and many closed neighbourhood restaurants. Check dates for big trade fairs and fashion weeks, which push hotel prices up sharply.
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Paris?
May, June and September: highs of 19–25°C, long days and outdoor cafés in full swing, though they are busy.
Is Paris worth visiting in winter?
Yes, if you like museums: it is cold (highs around 7–10°C) but hotels are cheapest in January and February and queues are shorter.
Is August a good time for Paris?
It is warm and the city empties of locals, but many independent restaurants close and tourist sights are crowded.