Paris · AutumnParis weather in October
Should you visit Paris in October?
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: October in Paris brings that crisp, quintessential autumn feel—think 10–16°C with golden leaves and cozy café vibes. You'll need layers and an umbrella since rain hits about 40% of days, though you'll still catch around 7 hours of sun daily. Perfect if you love fall colors and fewer crowds, but pack accordingly for the damp chill.
Paris in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
What to expect in October
🎯 Shoulder season — good value with reasonable accommodation prices Autumn marks the end of peak season in Paris. Temperatures drop (16°C) and rain returns (40% of days). Expect rain on 40% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (8.3/10) is significantly better if possible.
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 |
October vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 8.3/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +9°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -9%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +5.8h/day
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