Monthly climate guide
Paris weather in February
With highs near 8°C (46°F) and lows around 0°C (33°F), February feels cool in Paris. Rainfall averages about 51 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as January and 4°C cooler than March.
What stands out in February
- Temperatures are climbing — March is around 4°C warmer.
- February is among Paris's three coolest months.
- Dress warmly for Montmartre & Sacré-Cœur: short, cold days are the norm.
- Paris is usually about 2°C warmer than Dijon, 260 km away, in February.
Avg high
8°C
46°F
Avg low
0°C
33°F
Rainfall
51 mm
some rain
Humidity
87%
relative
Sky
69%
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 February
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is February 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 February
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Paris in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Paris?
February 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 February?
Average highs are about 8°C (46°F) and average lows about 0°C (33°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Paris in February?
Paris typically gets around 51 mm of rain in February — some rain.
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.