Paris in Autumn — Weather & What to Expect
Autumn in Paris (September, October, November) averages daytime highs of 17.3°C and lows of 9.7°C, with around 206.5mm of rain across the season (35 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (September, October, November).
In the northern hemisphere, autumn in Paris covers September, October, November.
Autumn in Paris month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 22.8°C | 13.3°C | 59.6mm | 9 | 10/10 |
| October | 17.4°C | 9.9°C | 88.2mm | 14 | 10/10 |
| November | 11.6°C | 5.8°C | 58.7mm | 12 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Paris in autumn
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Light waterproof layer
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
Frequently Asked Questions
Is autumn a good time to visit Paris?
Autumn in Paris rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 17.3°C with 206.5mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Paris in autumn?
Daytime highs average 17.3°C (63.1°F) across September, October, November, with nights around 9.7°C.
What months are autumn in Paris?
Paris is in the northern hemisphere, so autumn covers September, October, November.
See also: best time to visit Paris · Paris annual climate · Paris in spring · Paris in summer · Paris in winter
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Autumn in Paris — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.