Paris weather – Best time to visit Paris

The best time to visit Paris is any time.

However if you wish to avoid the tourist crowds of July and August, visit during April to June and September to November when the weather is still pleasant and prices are much cheaper.

Paris receives a temperate climate of warm summers and cold winters, with moderate rainfall year round.

Spring temperatures average a high of 12°C (54°F) in March, 15°C (59°F) in April and 19°C (66°F) in May.

Summer from June to September enjoys an average temperature of 20°C (68°F) with a high of 25°C (77°F). You can expect an average high of 23°C (73°F) in June, 25°C (77°F) in July and August and 21°C (70°F) in September. Be prepared for brief rain showers at any time.

Autumn sees an average high of 16°C (61°F) in October and 10°C (50°F) in November. Night-time lows average 8°C (46°F).

Seasons
High season: Peak season in Paris revolves around French school holidays – Christmas and New Year, mid-February to mid-March, Easter and August. Expect high hotel and restaurant prices and traffic-clogged roads.

Parisians usually desert Paris during their annual jours fériés (holidays) in August; many shops, banks restaurants and museums (but not all) are closed.

Low season: Spring, autumn and winter offer the best deals and reasonable weather despite occasional rain showers.

Note: Book early if you plan to visit Paris during the first two weeks of October (in even-numbered years) when the city is crowded with fans attending the Paris Car Show.