August · France
Best time to visit Paris in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Paris in August
Average temperature 20°C, 71 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 67% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.9/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 71 mm
- Humidity
- 67%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Paris scores 8.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 20°C, 71 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Paris rewards unhurried days: market mornings, museum afternoons, and long café evenings unfold best in the gentler light of spring and early autumn.
August in Paris tops the year's climate scores
At 20°C (68°F) this is comfortable city weather in August, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
Budget for roughly 71 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.3 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Paris at 8.9/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Paris in August?
- In August, Paris averages 20°C, 71 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Paris?
- August earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Paris in August?
- Expect about 71 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 67% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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