France Paris Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in Paris is Below Average
November is Below Average for Paris.
November is Paris's grayest month — the wettest and shortest-daylight period of the year (sunrise 7:30 AM, sunset 5:00 PM by month's end). Hotel prices drop 30-40% from peak season.
Beaujolais Nouveau release (third Thursday of November) is a national tradition. At midnight, the new vintage is released across France — Parisian wine bars and bistros run special tastings. Authentic and very local.
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Paris November Weather Stats
Avg High
11°C
Avg Low
5°C
Rainy Days
11
56mm total
Sunshine
2.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
84%
Damp
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 28
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
November Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
26 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
9°C
Nighttime
3°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hotel prices drop 30-40% from peak season
- Christmas markets begin late November
- Indoor sights uncrowded — back to 15-min queues
Cons
- Wettest month of the year (56mm rainfall, 11 rainy days)
- Shortest daylight (sunset 5 PM by month's end)
- All Saints' Day (Nov 1) closes many shops
November Events & Festivals
- Beaujolais Nouveau release (third Thursday of November)
- Christmas markets opening preparation (late November)
- All Saints' Day (November 1) — many shops closed
Paris in November — Full Picture
November is Paris's grayest month — the wettest and shortest-daylight period of the year (sunrise 7:30 AM, sunset 5:00 PM by month's end). Hotel prices drop 30-40% from peak season.
Beaujolais Nouveau release (third Thursday of November) is a national tradition. At midnight, the new vintage is released across France — Parisian wine bars and bistros run special tastings. Authentic and very local.
Late November sees Christmas markets and illuminations begin. Champs-Élysées Christmas market opens around November 25 with white-and-gold lights from Concorde to Arc de Triomphe. Tuileries Garden adds an ice-skating rink (free with skate rental ~$8).
The grayness has its own beauty — Paris's iconic sights look genuinely Parisian under low gray skies. Notre-Dame's bell towers, Sacré-Cœur's white domes, and the Eiffel Tower's silhouette all have their classic 'Paris in November' look this month.
Indoor sights are uncrowded. Louvre and Musée d'Orsay return to 15-minute queues. Café culture peaks indoors — terrace heaters fire up but sit-inside is the local choice.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Heavy coat, scarf, gloves. Layered with sweater. Damp cold (11°C / 52°F daytime feels colder than the temperature). Waterproof shoes essential.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
16°C
7.3°C
10/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
24.3°C
15.3°C
8.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current16°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 November a good time to visit Paris?
Paris in November is Below Average. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Paris in November?
Paris November averages a high of 11°C and a low of 5°C.
Does it rain much in Paris in November?
Paris November averages 56mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Paris in November?
Heavy coat, scarf, gloves. Layered with sweater. Damp cold (11°C / 52°F daytime feels colder than the temperature). Waterproof shoes essential.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Paris in November?
Paris November sunrise is 07:25 and sunset is 17:11, with 9h 46m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Paris in November?
Paris November air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Paris in November?
In November, Paris is great for Beaujolais Nouveau tasting, Indoor museums, Christmas market preview.
Is November peak season in Paris?
Paris November crowds are moderate and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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