The climate of Paris
The current climate in Paris features temperatures ranging from a high of 27°C to a low of 8°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 18°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 1°C and in the warmer months around 16°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Paris, France.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Paris in recent years was 42°C in July 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -3°C in January 2017.
Precipitation and snowfall
On average, Paris gets 637 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 5,1 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
Curious about the weather in other parts of France? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Côte d'Azur, Bretagne, Corsica, or explore other destinations in France.
Best time to visit Paris?
The best time to visit Paris for sunny weather is May through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Paris. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Paris
The climate table of Paris shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Temp. max (°C) | 8 | 10 | 13 | 17 | 20 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 23 | 18 | 12 | 10 |
Temp. min (°C) | 2 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 2 |
Precipitation | ||||||||||||
Precipitation (mm) | 62 | 39 | 52 | 46 | 70 | 60 | 33 | 51 | 62 | 52 | 48 | 62 |
Snow (cm) | 1,2 | 1,9 | 0,4 | 0,3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,1 | 0,6 | 0,6 |
UV Index | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Paris, France. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Paris
Yearly Temperature in Paris
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Paris, France. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Paris
Total Yearly Precipitation in Paris
Average Snowfall per Month in Paris
Total Yearly Snowfall in Paris
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Paris, France. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Paris
Weather experiences in Paris
The weather in Paris is rated an average of 3,5 out of 5 stars by 11 visitors. Have you been to Paris? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
There were days with bright blue skies, but also many moments of rain. During the day the temperature hovered around 10 degrees. Ideal for long walks, but an umbrella is a must!
Although it was great to see the city in the winter light, I would have preferred to return in the spring for the warmer days. The weather was a bit unpredictable.
October in Paris was clearly a gamble. We had a mix of mild, pleasant days and rainy, cool days. Be sure to bring an umbrella and a good coat!
It was raining lightly and the temperature was around 5 degrees, a little chilly. Dress well because the weather is not always predictable, but that is typical of winter.
The temperature was around 27 degrees, warm but not unbearably hot. There were rain showers, but they were brief and refreshing. Overall, very satisfied.
Expect random spring days with sunny, cloudy and rainy moments. Temperatures will be in the mid-20s. Be prepared for occasional cold days.
Ideal for city exploration.
Not ideal for sightseeing. The sun rarely shone and there was little snow, so it is not worthy of a 5-star rating in any respect.
Perfect for museums and cafe visits!
The weather was very nice, I could color in nicely and it was not too hot to do activities.
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Average weather in Paris by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Paris. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.