What is the weather like in Paris in October?

Expect temperatures between 10°C and 17°C with 26% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Paris in October?

Paris in October scores 63/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Paris in October?

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

Paris Weather in October | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

17°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

10°C

Coolest around day 31

Rainy Days

17days

26% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Autumn 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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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is October a Good Time to Visit Paris?

👌Good option with minor considerations(63/100)

Short Answer

October is excellent for visiting Paris: comfortable 17°C temperatures, only 26% rain risk, and 6.1h of daily sunshine create ideal conditions for exploration.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

81% average humidity

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

44% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

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

👴
Elderly travelers
81% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Paris in October averages 17°C with 26% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Paris in October

What are the temperatures in Paris in October?

Daytime highs average 17°C, nights drop to 10°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Paris in October?

Expect around 17 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Paris in October?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is October peak season in Paris?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Paris Weather in October

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