Best Time to Visit Paris, Paris, France
Paris is at its sunniest and driest in August.
The best time to visit Paris for sunny, dry weather is August — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June and August–September and November–April; the wetter half falls in May and July and October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 4.7°C / 40.5°F in January to 20°C / 68°F in August, with rainfall from 44 mm / 1.7 in (August) to 65 mm / 2.6 in (May). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Paris, Paris, France's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Paris's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 20°C68°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Paris?
The best time to visit Paris for sunny, dry weather is August. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 20°C / 68°F, and the driest is August with about 44 mm / 1.7 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Paris's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Paris?
The rainy season at Paris, Paris runs through May and July and October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 57 mm / 2.2 in. The wettest single month is May (65 mm / 2.6 in).
What is the driest month in Paris?
The driest month in Paris is August, averaging about 44 mm / 1.7 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 20°C / 68°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Paris?
The least comfortable months for travel to Paris — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, July, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 65 mm / 2.6 in in May, and the coldest month averages 4.7°C / 40.5°F.
Is Paris climate different from France overall?
Yes, usually. Our Paris figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our France figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Paris specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.