Your June weather guide
WarmWeather in Paris in June
June is a good time for Paris if you want warm days rather than dependable heat, but you should plan for rain. Average highs are around 22°C, nights fall to about 13°C, and there are roughly 11 rainy days. That makes it comfortable for spending time outdoors with a light layer handy, rather than packing only summer clothes. Go for the warmth and long daylight; accept that some plans may need shifting indoors.
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
- 21.8°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 27°C
- Average night-time low
- 12.8°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 9°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +2.2°C
- London averages 19.6°C in June
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 6.1h
- 38% of 15.9 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 11
- 58 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days over 25°C
- 20%
- 4% over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 35.1°C
- 2017-06-21
- Record low 1991-2020
- 3.9°C
- 1991-06-04
- 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 June compares
June is the 3rd warmest month of the year in Paris and ranks 129th of 134 destinations we compare for June - see where else is hot in June. Within France it is 2nd of 2 (France in June). Against London's average high of 19.6°C in June, Paris is 2.2°C warmer by day and 1.5°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in June
The typical June day in Paris peaks at 21.8°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 27.4°C or more. Roughly 1 in 5 days top 25°C and 1 in 24 pass 30°C. Nights average 12.8°C; one night in ten drops to 9.1°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest June day here reached 35.1°C (2017-06-21) and the coldest night 3.9°C (1991-06-04).
Rain in June
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 11 days with 1 mm or more, 58 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest June was 1997 with 115 mm, the driest 2015 with 11 mm. Humidity averages 71%.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 15.9 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:46 and sets about 21:56 local time in mid-June. Average cloud cover is 62%.
Is June a good time to visit Paris?
June is not the strongest month here: warm days and frequent rain. The best months for Paris on our scoring are July, August, June.
Warm days, with cooler evenings
June suits travellers who prefer walking around without persistent heat. Days reach 25°C about 20% of the time, while 30°C is much less common, at 4%. Hot weather is still possible, so breathable clothes and the option to take a break at midday make sense. The bigger packing catch is the change after sunset: a daytime outfit may feel too light once temperatures fall. The coldest 10% of nights reach about 9°C or lower, so bring a jumper or light jacket rather than relying on shirts alone. Layers give you more flexibility than a suitcase packed entirely for hot weather.
Long daylight does not mean constant sunshine
There is plenty of time to fit outdoor plans around the weather, with about 15.9 hours of daylight, but only around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Expect a mix rather than clear skies throughout your stay. Rain is a real consideration, so pack a light waterproof and shoes you can comfortably wear in wet conditions. Keep outdoor plans flexible instead of making every day depend on dry weather. The monthly pattern does not tell you when rain will arrive or how long each spell will last, so check the forecast close to departure and leave room to rearrange your days.
A little perspective
Paris through the year
June 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% |
| JuneSelectedbest | 21.8°C | 12.8°C | 6.1 | 58 | 11 | 20% |
| Julybest | 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
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A little more detail
Paris in June FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Paris hot in June?
Paris is warm in June: the average daytime high is 21.8°C and nights average 12.8°C. Roughly 1 in 5 June days reach 25°C.
How much does it rain in Paris in June?
Paris sees about 11 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 58 mm of rain in a typical June. The wettest June between 1991 and 2020 was 1997 (115 mm) and the driest was 2015 (11 mm).
How sunny is Paris in June?
Paris gets around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day in June out of 15.9 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Paris compare with the UK in June?
Paris is on average 2.2°C warmer than London by day in June (21.8°C against 19.6°C).
What is the hottest June on record in Paris?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest June day in Paris reached 35.1°C on 2017-06-21, and the coldest night dropped to 3.9°C on 1991-06-04.
Is Paris warmer than London in June?
Yes. Paris has an average daytime high of 21.8°C, compared with 19.6°C in London, a difference of 2.2°C. That is a modest step up in warmth, not a reason to leave all your layers at home.
Should I choose June or wait until July or August?
July and August rank ahead of June overall, but June is still among the best months for Paris. It suits you if warm days are enough and you can accept rain. Do not choose it expecting reliably hot, dry weather.
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