France Paris Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Paris is Good
October is Good for Paris.
October is Paris's most photogenic autumn month. Trees in Luxembourg Garden, Tuileries, and Champs-Élysées turn red and gold mid-October. The classic Parisian-in-trench-coat-with-coffee aesthetic is at its most natural.
Nuit Blanche (first Saturday of October) is the city's free overnight contemporary art festival — installations, performances, and exhibitions across Paris from 7 PM to 7 AM. Best in the Right Bank arrondissements (3rd, 4th, 11th).
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Paris October Weather Stats
Avg High
16°C
Avg Low
9°C
Rainy Days
11
62mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
Comfortable
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 26
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
19 μg/m³
PM10
28 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
15°C
Nighttime
8°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 26 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Autumn foliage at Luxembourg Garden
- Nuit Blanche free overnight art event
- Hotel prices begin softening
Cons
- Rain frequency picks up
- Daylight savings ends late October — sunsets jump to 6:30 PM
- Some museum closures for winter rotation
October Events & Festivals
- Nuit Blanche (first Saturday of October) — free overnight art events
- FIAC contemporary art fair (mid-October)
- Autumn foliage at Luxembourg Garden and Tuileries (mid-late October)
Paris in October — Full Picture
October is Paris's most photogenic autumn month. Trees in Luxembourg Garden, Tuileries, and Champs-Élysées turn red and gold mid-October. The classic Parisian-in-trench-coat-with-coffee aesthetic is at its most natural.
Nuit Blanche (first Saturday of October) is the city's free overnight contemporary art festival — installations, performances, and exhibitions across Paris from 7 PM to 7 AM. Best in the Right Bank arrondissements (3rd, 4th, 11th).
FIAC (Foire Internationale d'Art Contemporain), the contemporary art fair at Grand Palais Éphémère in mid-October, draws international art world. Tickets $35-50 but the surrounding Paris+ events (gallery openings, installations) are often free.
Weather becomes properly autumnal — rain more frequent (62mm/month vs 50mm summer), daylight rapidly shortening (sunset 6:30 PM by month's end after daylight savings ends). Folding umbrella is daily essential.
Hotel prices begin softening from peak — late October sees rates 20% below September. Sweet spot for shoulder-season visits.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Trench coat or medium jacket, sweater layers. Iconic Parisian fall outfit. Daytime 14-17°C / 57-63°F, evenings cool. Folding umbrella daily.
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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 October a good time to visit Paris?
Paris in October is Good. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Paris in October?
Paris October averages a high of 16°C and a low of 9°C.
Does it rain much in Paris in October?
Paris October averages 62mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Paris in October?
Trench coat or medium jacket, sweater layers. Iconic Parisian fall outfit. Daytime 14-17°C / 57-63°F, evenings cool. Folding umbrella daily.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Paris in October?
Paris October sunrise is 08:18 and sunset is 18:50, with 10h 32m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Paris in October?
Paris October air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 19μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Paris in October?
In October, Paris is great for Autumn foliage walks, Nuit Blanche, FIAC contemporary art fair.
Is October peak season in Paris?
Paris October crowds are busy and prices are shoulder. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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