What to pack for Paris in August
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 67%; max daily wind around 18 km/h.
How August compares
Best months in Paris: July–September. See the full best time to visit Paris guide.
Paris in August: the details
In August, Paris sees average daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) and overnight lows of 15°C (60°F). Rainfall totals roughly 75 mm across 10.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.8 hours per day with 14.2 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 67%.
In context: August is the second-warmest month and the 5th-wettest in Paris. The sunniest month is July (12.1 h/day).
| Metric | August average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25°C / 77°F |
| Overnight low | 15°C / 60°F |
| Rainfall | 75 mm over 10.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.8 h/day (14.2 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 67% |
| Travel score | 9.1 / 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 August?
Daytime highs in Paris in August average 25°C (77°F); nights drop to about 15°C.
Does it rain in Paris in August?
Expect around 10.8 rainy days and 75 mm of rainfall in August.
Is August a good time to visit Paris?
August is one of the best months to visit Paris. Overall travel score: 9.1/10. The best months are July–September.
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