Paris in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Paris (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 8.8°C and lows of 3.3°C, with around 203.2mm of rain across the season (36 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Paris covers December, January, February.
Winter in Paris month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 8.4°C | 3.9°C | 96.2mm | 15 | 10/10 |
| January | 7.6°C | 2.5°C | 59.7mm | 11 | 10/10 |
| February | 10.3°C | 3.5°C | 47.3mm | 10 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Paris in winter
- Warm winter coat
- Thermal underlayers
- Gloves, hat and scarf
- Waterproof boots
- Light waterproof layer
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Paris?
Winter in Paris rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 8.8°C with 203.2mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Paris in winter?
Daytime highs average 8.8°C (47.8°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 3.3°C.
What months are winter in Paris?
Paris is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Paris · Paris annual climate · Paris in spring · Paris in summer · Paris in autumn
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Winter 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.