France Paris Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Paris is Good
August is Good for Paris.
August is Paris's strangest month. Half of Paris vacates for summer holiday — many neighborhood bistros, family-run shops, and even some museums close for 2-4 weeks. Tourist sights are jammed but residential districts (16th, 17th, 18th, 20th arrondissements) feel uncannily empty.
The upside: outside the tourist core, Paris feels weirdly relaxed. Reservations are easier at the high-end restaurants that stay open. Parking is suddenly available. Local cafés that remain open get less crowded.
Travel score
Paris August Weather Stats
Avg High
25°C
Avg Low
16°C
Rainy Days
8
58mm total
Sunshine
7.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
Comfortable
UV Index
7
High
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 21
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
33 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
27°C
Nighttime
16°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 21 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Less crowded residential neighborhoods
- Easier reservations at high-end restaurants that stay open
- Paris Plages beach concept continues
Cons
- Many local bistros close 2-4 weeks (annual holiday)
- Heatwave risk (35-38°C with limited AC)
- Assumption (Aug 15) closes most shops
August Events & Festivals
- Paris Plages continues
- Most local bistros close 2-4 weeks for summer holiday
- Assumption holiday (August 15) — many shops closed
Paris in August — Full Picture
August is Paris's strangest month. Half of Paris vacates for summer holiday — many neighborhood bistros, family-run shops, and even some museums close for 2-4 weeks. Tourist sights are jammed but residential districts (16th, 17th, 18th, 20th arrondissements) feel uncannily empty.
The upside: outside the tourist core, Paris feels weirdly relaxed. Reservations are easier at the high-end restaurants that stay open. Parking is suddenly available. Local cafés that remain open get less crowded.
The downside: many local favorites are closed. The cute neighborhood bistro recommended in your guidebook has 'fermeture annuelle' (annual closure). Confirm restaurant openings 1 week ahead.
Heatwaves are the real risk. Climate change has made August Paris regularly hit 35-38°C / 95-100°F with limited air conditioning. The August 2003 heatwave killed 14,000 people in France. Hydrate aggressively, wear hats, take breaks in air-conditioned department stores or museums.
Assumption (August 15) is a national holiday — most shops close, and Paris feels its emptiest.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Light summer — same as July. Heatwave protection: hat, sunscreen SPF 50+, electrolyte drinks. Cooler clothes than expected for typical European summer.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
16°C
7.3°C
10/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current24.3°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 August a good time to visit Paris?
Paris in August is Good. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Paris in August?
Paris August averages a high of 25°C and a low of 16°C.
Does it rain much in Paris in August?
Paris August averages 58mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Paris in August?
Light summer — same as July. Heatwave protection: hat, sunscreen SPF 50+, electrolyte drinks. Cooler clothes than expected for typical European summer.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Paris in August?
Paris August sunrise is 06:43 and sunset is 21:14, with 14h 31m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Paris in August?
Paris August air quality (AQI) averages 53, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Paris in August?
In August, Paris is great for Tourist sights with shorter lines (mid-month), Paris Plages, Long Seine sunsets.
Is August peak season in Paris?
Paris August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.