Your July weather guide
WarmWeather in Paris in July
July is a good time to visit Paris if you want warm days and long evenings, but not if reliably dry weather is essential. Average highs are around 24°C, with nights cooling to around 15°C, so light summer clothes need a warmer layer alongside them. The catch is rain on about 10 days during the month. It suits travellers happy to make outdoor plans flexible rather than expect uninterrupted sunshine.
Long-term climate averages for Paris, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Paris, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Paris.
- Average daytime high
- 24.2°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 30°C
- Average night-time low
- 14.9°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 12°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +2.4°C
- London averages 21.8°C in July
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 6.6h
- 42% of 15.6 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 10
- 54 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 68%
- Days over 25°C
- 39%
- 8% over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 40.7°C
- 2019-07-25
- Record low 1991-2020
- 8.5°C
- 2015-07-31
- Flight from London
- ≈ 1 h 6 min
- 313 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How July compares
July is the 2nd warmest month of the year in Paris and ranks 128th of 134 destinations we compare for July - see where else is hot in July. Within France it is 2nd of 2 (France in July). Against London's average high of 21.8°C in July, Paris is 2.4°C warmer by day and 1.4°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in July
The typical July day in Paris peaks at 24.2°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 29.5°C or more. Roughly 1 in 3 days top 25°C and 1 in 13 pass 30°C. Nights average 14.9°C; one night in ten drops to 11.6°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest July day here reached 40.7°C (2019-07-25) and the coldest night 8.5°C (2015-07-31).
Rain in July
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 10 days with 1 mm or more, 54 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest July was 2000 with 148 mm, the driest 2020 with 13 mm. Humidity averages 68%.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 6.6 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 15.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:03 and sets about 21:50 local time in mid-July. Average cloud cover is 58%.
Is July a good time to visit Paris?
Yes - it is one of the better months: warm days, manageable rain. The best months for Paris on our scoring are July, August, June.
Comfortably warm, with a chance of real heat
The average daytime temperature makes July a reasonable choice for spending time outdoors without planning everything around intense heat. That average does hide hotter spells, though: 30°C is reached on 8% of days, so do not assume every afternoon will feel mild. Keep strenuous walking for the cooler parts of the day when the forecast turns hot, and leave room for a shaded or indoor break at midday. Lightweight, breathable clothes are the sensible starting point, but pack a jumper or light jacket for evenings. The drop from daytime warmth to cooler nights means an outfit that works at lunchtime may feel too light after dark.
Long days, but keep a rain option
July gives you about 15.6 hours of daylight, which leaves plenty of flexibility to shift outdoor plans around the weather. Sunshine averages about 6.6 hours a day, so long daylight should not be mistaken for constant clear skies. With about 10 rainy days, a compact umbrella or light waterproof is a practical addition rather than something to leave behind. Rain need not rule July out, but it makes a fully outdoor itinerary a less comfortable bet. Keep indoor alternatives available and check the forecast before committing to a long stretch outside. The appeal is the warmth and usable daylight; the compromise is having to adapt.
A little perspective
Paris through the year
July is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.1°C | 1.9°C | 2.1 | 52 | 11 | 0% |
| February | 8.3°C | 1.7°C | 2.9 | 47 | 10 | 0% |
| March | 11.8°C | 3.6°C | 4.0 | 51 | 10 | 0% |
| April | 15.1°C | 5.9°C | 5.1 | 50 | 11 | 1% |
| May | 18.6°C | 9.5°C | 5.3 | 66 | 12 | 7% |
| Junebest | 21.8°C | 12.8°C | 6.1 | 58 | 11 | 20% |
| JulySelectedbest | 24.2°C | 14.9°C | 6.6 | 54 | 10 | 39% |
| Augustbest | 24.3°C | 14.8°C | 6.0 | 58 | 9 | 38% |
| September | 20.6°C | 12.0°C | 5.1 | 48 | 8 | 13% |
| October | 16.1°C | 9.1°C | 3.3 | 61 | 11 | 1% |
| November | 10.7°C | 5.2°C | 2.3 | 58 | 12 | 0% |
| December | 7.5°C | 2.5°C | 2.0 | 68 | 13 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
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A little more detail
Paris in July FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Paris hot in July?
Paris is warm in July: the average daytime high is 24.2°C and nights average 14.9°C. Roughly 1 in 3 July days reach 25°C.
How much does it rain in Paris in July?
Paris sees about 10 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 54 mm of rain in a typical July. The wettest July between 1991 and 2020 was 2000 (148 mm) and the driest was 2020 (13 mm).
How sunny is Paris in July?
Paris gets around 6.6 hours of sunshine a day in July out of 15.6 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Paris compare with the UK in July?
Paris is on average 2.4°C warmer than London by day in July (24.2°C against 21.8°C).
What is the hottest July on record in Paris?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest July day in Paris reached 40.7°C on 2019-07-25, and the coldest night dropped to 8.5°C on 2015-07-31.
Is Paris warmer than London in July?
Yes. Paris has an average daytime high of 24.2°C, compared with London's 21.8°C, a difference of 2.4°C. Expect a warmer version of summer rather than guaranteed intense heat, and still bring something for cooler evenings.
Can July nights feel chilly?
Yes. Although the average night low is 14.9°C, the coldest 10% of nights fall to 11.6°C or below. A light jacket or jumper is useful if you plan to stay outside late, even after a warm afternoon.
Is July among the best months to go?
Yes. July sits alongside August and June among the best months for Paris weather. It is a strong choice for warmth and long daylight, provided you are comfortable with some rain and the possibility of hotter afternoons.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Paris. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C