Monthly climate guide
Paris weather in December
Expect cold weather in Paris in December: afternoons reach about 8°C (46°F), while nights drop to around 2°C (36°F). Around 80 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Rain is above Paris's usual level, by about 39%.
- Just 180 km apart, but Paris runs about 2°C cooler than Deauville this month.
- Check the hourly forecast before heading to Notre-Dame / Île de la Cité — showers are likely.
- Only one month is cooler in Paris than December.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
8°C
46°F
Avg low
2°C
36°F
Rainfall
80 mm
some rain
Humidity
93%
relative
Sky
76%
cloud · often cloudy
Paris weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 44°F | 1°C / 33°F | 59 mm | 93% | 78% |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | 0°C / 33°F | 51 mm | 87% | 69% |
| March | 12°C / 54°F | 2°C / 36°F | 49 mm | 82% | 62% |
| April | 16°C / 61°F | 5°C / 41°F | 40 mm | 76% | 60% |
| May | 19°C / 66°F | 8°C / 46°F | 70 mm | 76% | 65% |
| June | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 53°F | 70 mm | 76% | 65% |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 14°C / 56°F | 50 mm | 72% | 60% |
| August | 25°C / 77°F | 13°C / 56°F | 56 mm | 72% | 60% |
| September | 22°C / 71°F | 11°C / 51°F | 45 mm | 76% | 56% |
| October | 17°C / 62°F | 8°C / 46°F | 58 mm | 84% | 66% |
| November | 11°C / 52°F | 4°C / 40°F | 62 mm | 91% | 74% |
| December | 8°C / 46°F | 2°C / 36°F | 80 mm | 93% | 76% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Paris?
Our Paris guide recommends: April to June or September to October, avoiding August when many Parisians (and some businesses) are away.
Book Louvre and Eiffel Tower tickets online for a specific time slot — it's the single biggest time-saver in the city.
Best time to visit Paris →Other France cities in December
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Paris in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Paris?
December is cool in Paris, with highs around 8°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Paris in December?
Average highs are about 8°C (46°F) and average lows about 2°C (36°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Paris in December?
Paris typically gets around 80 mm of rain in December — some rain. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
April to June or September to October, avoiding August when many Parisians (and some businesses) are away.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Paris (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.