Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Paris in October
Paris cools off: highs slip to 62°F (17°C), from 71°F in September, with lows of 45°F (7°C) and about 2.2 in (57 mm) of rain.
It scores 81/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 62°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 2.2 in (57 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs near 62°F (17°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 45°F (7°C).
About 2.2 in (57 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's October.
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May – September).
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (October – December), which brings about 7.4 in (187 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 91/100 in September to 81/100.
- Our Paris to the Riviera route recommends May – Sep, so October 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 — October falls outside it.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 45°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Paris in October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Jardins du Trocadéro
Terraced gardens and fountains facing the Eiffel Tower across the Seine, the classic place to watch it sparkle.
Why now October scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Eiffel Tower
Iron landmark with views from the second floor and summit.
Why now Highs near 62°F and 2.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Sainte-Chapelle
13th-century royal chapel with 15 soaring stained-glass windows.
Bouillon Chartier
1896 workers' dining hall serving classic French dishes at low prices.
Café de Flore
Saint-Germain café open since the 1880s, linked to Sartre and de Beauvoir.
Le Baron Rouge
Standing-room wine bar by the Aligre market, wine from barrels and oysters in season.
Nearby in October
- Reims in October~81 mi · highs 60°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amboise in October~118 mi · highs 64°F, 2.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Tours in October~127 mi · highs 64°F, 2.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Saumur in October~157 mi · highs 64°F, 2.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, 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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Paris?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 81/100 against a best of 91 in May – September. Expect highs of 62°F (17°C) and 2.2 in (57 mm) of rain. Our Paris to the Riviera route recommends May – Sep, so October is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Paris in October?
Average highs are 62°F (17°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Paris in October?
Not much: about 2.2 in (57 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.1 in (662 mm).
What should I pack for Paris in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 45°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Paris in October?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.