What to pack for Paris in February
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 80%; max daily wind around 23 km/h.
How February compares
Best months in Paris: July–September. See the full best time to visit Paris guide.
Paris in February: the details
In February, Paris sees average daytime highs of 11°C (51°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall totals roughly 52 mm across 10.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 5.3 hours per day with 9.9 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 80%.
In context: February is the 10th-warmest month and the 11th-wettest in Paris. The sunniest month is July (12.1 h/day).
| Metric | February average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 11°C / 51°F |
| Overnight low | 4°C / 39°F |
| Rainfall | 52 mm over 10.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 5.3 h/day (9.9 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 80% |
| Travel score | 4.4 / 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 February?
Daytime highs in Paris in February average 11°C (51°F); nights drop to about 4°C.
Does it rain in Paris in February?
Expect around 10.8 rainy days and 52 mm of rainfall in February.
Is February a good time to visit Paris?
February is a challenging month to visit Paris — consider July–September instead. Overall travel score: 4.4/10. The best months are July–September.
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