What to pack for Paris in April
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 69%; max daily wind around 19 km/h.
How April compares
Best months in Paris: July–September. See the full best time to visit Paris guide.
Paris in April: the details
In April, Paris sees average daytime highs of 16°C (60°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (42°F). Rainfall totals roughly 51 mm across 9.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.2 hours per day with 13.5 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 69%.
In context: April is the 7th-warmest month and the driest in Paris. The sunniest month is July (12.1 h/day).
| Metric | April average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 16°C / 60°F |
| Overnight low | 6°C / 42°F |
| Rainfall | 51 mm over 9.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.2 h/day (13.5 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 69% |
| Travel score | 8.0 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Paris, France (48.85, 2.35) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Paris in April?
Daytime highs in Paris in April average 16°C (60°F); nights drop to about 6°C.
Does it rain in Paris in April?
Expect around 9.8 rainy days and 51 mm of rainfall in April.
Is April a good time to visit Paris?
April is a good month to visit Paris. Overall travel score: 8.0/10. The best months are July–September.
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