Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Paris in April
Paris sees its driest month, with just 1.5 in (39 mm) of rain, highs of 61°F (16°C) and lows of 41°F (5°C).
It scores 84/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 61°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 41°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 1.5 in (39 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What April feels like
Highs near 61°F (16°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 41°F (5°C).
About 1.5 in (39 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's April.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May – September).
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 4°C (8°F) from March.
- Comfort improves from 68/100 in March to 84/100.
- Our Paris to the Riviera route recommends May – Sep, so April falls outside its suggested window.
- Our Paris & Reims route is planned for Dec – early Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — April falls outside it.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 41°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Paris in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Eiffel Tower
Iron landmark with views from the second floor and summit.
Why now April scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Musée d'Orsay
Impressionist and post-Impressionist masterpieces in a former Beaux-Arts train station.
Angelina
Tearoom on Rue de Rivoli since 1903, known for thick hot chocolate and Mont-Blanc pastries.
Bouillon Chartier
1896 workers' dining hall serving classic French dishes at low prices.
Jardins du Trocadéro
Terraced gardens and fountains facing the Eiffel Tower across the Seine, the classic place to watch it sparkle.
Why now Highs near 61°F and 1.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Café de Flore
Saint-Germain café open since the 1880s, linked to Sartre and de Beauvoir.
Nearby in April
- Reims in April~81 mi · highs 60°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amboise in April~118 mi · highs 61°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Tours in April~127 mi · highs 61°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Saumur in April~157 mi · highs 61°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Paris in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Paris?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 84/100 against a best of 91 in May – September. Expect highs of 61°F (16°C) and 1.5 in (39 mm) of rain. Our Paris to the Riviera route recommends May – Sep, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Paris in April?
Average highs are 61°F (16°C) and average lows 41°F (5°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Paris in April?
Not much: about 1.5 in (39 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.1 in (662 mm).
What should I pack for Paris in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 41°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Paris in April?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.