Paris · WinterParis weather in January
Should you visit Paris in January?
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: January in Paris is genuinely cold and gray—perfect if you're the type who loves cozy cafés, empty museums, and moody Seine walks without crowds. Expect chilly temperatures around 2–7°C and frequent drizzle, but fewer tourists mean you'll actually experience the city's authentic rhythm. Pack layers and embrace the romance of a quieter, wintry Paris.
Paris in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
What to expect in January
🎯 Tourist low season — museums and monuments without queues Winter in Paris is cool (7°C during the day). Days are short (2.6h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 41% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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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 |
January vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 8.3/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +18°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -10%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +10.2h/day
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