What is the weather like in Paris in December?

Expect temperatures between 3°C and 8°C with 29% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Paris in December?

Paris in December scores 61/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Paris in December?

December in Paris is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Paris Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

8°C

Hottest around day 23

Avg Low

3°C

Coolest around day 14

Rainy Days

22days

29% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Paris

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

French

Driving

Right side

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.895

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub

100/ 100

Traffic Index

Extremely busy airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Dec

Low

Jun

Monthly Traffic Distribution

541

Jan

581

Feb

585

Mar

682

Apr

718

May

396

Jun

684

Jul

692

Aug

654

Sep

563

Oct

565

Nov

1288

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

London Heathrow (LHR)

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)

Frankfurt-am-Main (FRA)

Barcelona (BCN)

Nice -Côte d'Azur (NCE)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to France. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to France.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in France.If rabies exposures occur while in France, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Paris?

👌Good option with minor considerations(61/100)

Short Answer

Paris's December averages 8°C - cold but manageable with proper attire. Lower tourism (100% of peak) means better prices and fewer queues.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

88% average humidity

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Rich cultural heritage

4 UNESCO World Heritage sites nearby

Exceptional dining scene

512 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
👴
Elderly travelers
88% humidity creates difficult conditions
📸
Photographers
76% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Paris in December averages 8°C with 29% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Paris in December

What are the temperatures in Paris in December?

Daytime highs average 8°C, nights drop to 3°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Paris in December?

Expect around 22 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Paris in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Paris?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Paris Weather in December

Paris December Weather Calendar