The climate of Paris, France is classified as a temperate which means that it features mild temperatures year-round, with the temperature rarely dipping below freezing during the winter and rarely exceeding 30 degrees Celsius (86°F) during the summer.
The city experiences four distinct seasons, with the warmest months being July and August. During this time, temperatures reach an average high of 24°C (75°F). The coldest months in Paris are December, January, and February, with temperatures usually reaching an average low of 3°C (37°F).
Rainfall is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average of 690 mm (27 in) annually. Snow can occur in the winter months, although it is generally light and short-lived.
The city is also known for its humidity, with the air often feeling heavy and muggy during the summer months. The average humidity level of Paris is between 70 and 80%.
Overall, Paris has a mild climate, making it an ideal destination for visitors looking to explore the city without excessive cold or heat. That said summer can feel a little stifling for some.
The bar chart below shows the average monthly peak daytime temperatures at Paris
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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°C | 5.9 | 7.3 | 10.3 | 13.8 | 17.7 | 21 | 23.3 | 22.9 | 20 | 15.3 | 9.6 | 6.6 |
°F | 42.7 | 45.1 | 50.6 | 56.8 | 63.9 | 69.9 | 73.9 | 73.2 | 68 | 59.6 | 49.2 | 44 |
Please note: these are the average peak daytime temperatures (usually around mid-afternoon) so do not show daytime / night highs and lows. To see the daily range of temperatures have a look at the temperature max / min chart below.
The graph below shows the average rainfall and number of rainy days per month.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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mm | 54 | 46 | 52 | 45 | 62 | 57 | 54 | 51 | 57 | 59 | 59 | 55 |
inches | 2.1 | 1.8 | 2.1 | 1.8 | 2.4 | 2.3 | 2.1 | 2 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 2.2 |
Rainy days | 17 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 13 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 16 |
Average annual rainfall in Paris: 701.834mm (276.3 inches)
The bar chart below shows the average daily sunshine hours in Paris
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Hrs sunshine | 2.1 | 3.5 | 4.6 | 6.3 | 7 | 8 | 8.4 | 7.8 | 6.4 | 4.6 | 2.9 | 1.9 |
The graph below shows the daily range of temperatures for each month.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Min °C | 1.6 | 1.8 | 3.7 | 5.9 | 9.3 | 12.4 | 14.3 | 13.9 | 11.6 | 8.5 | 4.5 | 2.5 |
Max °C | 6.1 | 7.4 | 10.5 | 14 | 18 | 21.3 | 23.5 | 23.1 | 20.2 | 15.5 | 9.7 | 6.8 |
Min °F | 34.8 | 35.2 | 38.7 | 42.5 | 48.7 | 54.2 | 57.7 | 57 | 52.9 | 47.3 | 40.1 | 36.4 |
Max °F | 38.8 | 40.3 | 44.8 | 49.8 | 56.5 | 62.2 | 66 | 65.3 | 60.6 | 53.6 | 44.8 | 40.3 |
The graph below shows the average sea temperature.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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°C | 9.6 | 8.7 | 8.9 | 10.3 | 12.7 | 15.5 | 17.9 | 19.3 | 18.6 | 16.4 | 13.7 | 11.3 |
°F | 49.3 | 47.7 | 48 | 50.5 | 54.8 | 60 | 64.3 | 66.7 | 65.4 | 61.6 | 56.7 | 52.3 |
The graph below shows the average wind speed.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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km/h | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 14 |
mph | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 9 |
A monthly average windspeed of over 16km/h or 10mph suggests a location is fairly windy.
The graph below shows the average relative humidity.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92% | 87% | 79% | 74% | 76% | 75% | 73% | 74% | 78% | 85% | 90% | 90% |
Hottest month: | July | 23.3°C 73.9°F |
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Driest month: | April | 45mm 1.8ins |
Sunniest month: | August | 7.8hrs |
Coldest month: | January | 5.9°C 42.6°F |
Wettest month: | May | 62mm 2.4ins |
Warmest sea: | August | 19.3°C 66.7°F |