Paris weather in August
Should you visit Paris in August?
✅ Yes if: you want long sunny days and outdoor activities.
❌ No if: you want to avoid summer crowds — this is peak tourist season.
Our take: August in Paris offers genuinely delightful weather—warm days averaging 20°C with cool evenings perfect for strolling along the Seine. You'll get solid sunshine and only occasional rain, though locals often escape the city then. It's ideal if you enjoy mild temperatures without summer intensity, and don't mind potential afternoon showers.
Paris in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
What to expect in August
🎯 Open terraces and outdoor markets — best season for al fresco dining Summer in Paris brings pleasant temperatures (25°C) and long sunny days (11.8h of sunshine). Expect rain on 31% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (8.3/10) remains theoretically better.
All months for Paris
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 2°C | 7°C | 41% | 2.3 | 2.6h | 2.5/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 3°C | 10°C | 39% | 1.9 | 5.1h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 4°C | 12°C | 42% | 2.2 | 8.0h | 4.7/10 |
| ⛅ April | 6°C | 15°C | 34% | 1.7 | 11.4h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 10°C | 19°C | 41% | 2.5 | 11.9h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 14°C | 23°C | 40% | 2.5 | 13.0h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 15°C | 25°C | 31% | 1.9 | 12.8h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 15°C | 25°C | 31% | 2.0 | 11.8h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 13°C | 22°C | 32% | 2.0 | 10.1h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 10°C | 16°C | 40% | 2.3 | 7.0h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 6°C | 11°C | 43% | 2.3 | 4.7h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 3°C | 9°C | 42% | 2.4 | 2.7h | 3.1/10 |
August vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 8.3/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.0h/day