France Paris Weather in April — Climate Guide
April in Paris is Excellent
April is Excellent for Paris.
April is when Paris becomes Paris. Cherry blossoms peak at Parc de Sceaux (best week April 5-15 typically), Tuileries Garden gets its first crocuses, and outdoor café terraces fill up with locals enjoying 14-18°C / 57-64°F afternoons.
The Foire du Trône at Bois de Vincennes (southeast Paris) runs April through May — France's largest funfair with 350 attractions, traditional French amusement food. Free entry, ride tickets €1-5 each.
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Paris April Weather Stats
Avg High
16°C
Avg Low
7°C
Rainy Days
9
47mm total
Sunshine
5.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
Comfortable
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 25
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
April Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
30 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
16°C
Nighttime
6°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for April
April Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Cherry blossoms peak (first 2 weeks)
- Café terrace season fully begins
- Long daylight returns (sunset 9 PM)
Cons
- Hotel prices spike to spring peak
- Easter break crowds at Versailles and Disneyland
- Spring showers — folding umbrella needed daily
April Events & Festivals
- Cherry blossoms peak first 2 weeks of April
- Foire du Trône (largest funfair in France, runs April-May)
- Easter break (varies by year — late March or April)
Paris in April — Full Picture
April is when Paris becomes Paris. Cherry blossoms peak at Parc de Sceaux (best week April 5-15 typically), Tuileries Garden gets its first crocuses, and outdoor café terraces fill up with locals enjoying 14-18°C / 57-64°F afternoons.
The Foire du Trône at Bois de Vincennes (southeast Paris) runs April through May — France's largest funfair with 350 attractions, traditional French amusement food. Free entry, ride tickets €1-5 each.
Easter break (varies by year) brings French families into Paris for cultural visits. Versailles, Disneyland Paris, and the Louvre hit peak crowds. Book hotels and attractions 2-3 months ahead.
April rain is famous but usually brief — folding umbrella in your bag handles 90% of situations. Long daylight begins (sunrise 7:00 AM, sunset 9:00 PM by month's end) — long evening walks along the Seine become the local pastime.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Light layers — sweater + light jacket. Sun is stronger than February-March; sunscreen for outdoor walks. Folding umbrella for spring showers.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current16°C
7.3°C
10/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
24.3°C
15.3°C
8.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
16°C
8.7°C
10.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
7.7°C
2.3°C
10/mo
Paris Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7° | 2° | 10d·51mm | 2h | 84% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | 2° | 9d·41mm | 3h | 81% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 12° | 4° | 10d·48mm | 4.5h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 16° | 7° | 9d·47mm | 5.5h | 70% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 20° | 11° | 11d·63mm | 6.5h | 70% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 23° | 14° | 9d·50mm | 7.5h | 67% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 25° | 16° | 8d·53mm | 8h | 67% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 25° | 16° | 8d·58mm | 7.5h | 70% | 7 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 21° | 12° | 9d·55mm | 5.5h | 73% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| 16° | 9° | 11d·62mm | 4h | 80% | 3 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 5° | 11d·56mm | 2.5h | 84% | 2 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 8° | 3° | 11d·59mm | 1.5h | 85% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is April a good time to visit Paris?
Paris in April is Excellent. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Paris in April?
Paris April averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C.
Does it rain much in Paris in April?
Paris April averages 47mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Paris in April?
Light layers — sweater + light jacket. Sun is stronger than February-March; sunscreen for outdoor walks. Folding umbrella for spring showers.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Paris in April?
Paris April sunrise is 07:05 and sunset is 20:35, with 13h 30m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Paris in April?
Paris April air quality (AQI) averages 48, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Paris in April?
In April, Paris is great for Cherry blossom viewing, Outdoor café terraces, Seine river walks.
Is April peak season in Paris?
Paris April crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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