Paris is one of the most visited cities in the world - millions of people see the “City of Light” each year. Most people visit Paris during the summer months from July through August. This is when schools have breaks and many people take their holidays. Although the weather is pleasant in the summer, the crowds and the hotel room rates are at their peak. If you don’t mind the cold, Paris is beautiful in winter when it is bright with Christmas lights. The best times to visit are the fall months from September to November and the spring months from April to June. There are fewer crowds, the room rates are not as high, and the weather is pleasant. Paris Weather in January: It’s the chilliest month of the year in January. Paris’ average high temperature is a cool 45°F (7°C) while the average low temperature is 37°F (3°C).
February sees a slight increase in the high temperature average, which measures in at 46°F (8°C). On the other hand, the low temperature average stays that same at 37°F (3°C).
In March, the average low and average high temperatures also sees a steady increase to 41°F (5°C) and 54°F (12°C) respectively. Expect a lot of rain in March as the rainfall average is on the higher end for the city at 24 mm.
Paris Weather in April: The high temperature averages hit the 60’s for April, 61°F (16°C) to be exact, while 45°F (7°C) is the low temperature average.
May sees the most rainfall out of the entire year with an average precipitation rate of 26 mm. The temperatures increase significantly to 52°F (11°C) for the average low temperature and 68°F (20°C) for the average high temperature.
In June, the climate continues its steady upward climb. The average high and average low temperatures range between 73°F (23°C) and 57°F (14°C).
July is the hottest and sunniest month of the year in Paris with the average high temperature peaking at 77°F (25°C). July receives an average of 10 hours of sunlight per day. The low temperature is 61°F (16°C).
Paris Weather in August: Expect dry weather in August with precipitation levels at their lowest for the year – 16 mm. The average high temperature and average low temperature holds steady at 77°F (25°C) and 61°F (16°C) respectively.
In September, the climate starts to cool off in Paris. The high temperature decreases to 70°F (21°C) while the low temperature sinks to 55°F (13°C).
October receives roughly 25 mm of rainfall and colder temperatures overall. The average low and average high temperatures range between 50°F (10°C) and 61°F (16°C).
Paris Weather in November: The high temperature average decreases considerably in November to 52°F (11°C). Meanwhile, the low temperature average also sees a sizeable drop in temperature to 43°F (6°C).
In December, Paris receives the least sunlight in the entire year with a 3-hour daily average. The average high temperature is a frigid 46°F (8°C) while the average low temperature gets bone-chilling at 37°F (3°C).
To enjoy the perfect Parisian weather, the best time to visit is between June to August when the weather is arguably the most perfect it can get in the year. If you want to visit the most popular of France’s tourist spots without having to deal with the crowds, the best time to come is during the fall or spring season when there is a significant drop in tourism. Travelers looking forward to experiencing the Fete de La Musique or spectate at the Tour de France will benefit from a visit in June while the most affordable hotel rates can typically found between the months of September through November. Verified Resource: The Weather Channel
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