October 17 is generally a great time to visit Paris. While there is a slight chance of rain (32%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. Moderate travel demand makes this an excellent time for a balanced Paris experience.
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Essential Travel Info for Paris
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
French
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.895
Paris Weather Forecast for October 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.6°C. 32% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Paris in October
Based on historical data for October 17, Paris typically experiences temperatures between 9.4°C and 16.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 32% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Paris
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
16.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
32%
Avg 1.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
70%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.6 hPa
High volatility
Paris Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 97% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 80 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 120 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 200 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.3°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in France
Flight Traffic
Moderate
44/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~563
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Paris
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:14
☀️ Noon
12:37
🌇 Sunset
17:59
⏱️ Daylight
10h 45m
Wind Speed
17.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
5.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
81%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Paris
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Paris on October 17 averages 16.6°C with a 32% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 84/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Paris Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
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17.9°C • 16% rain
Score
94
October 11
17.6°C • 17% rain
Score
93
October 12
17.3°C • 18% rain
Score
92
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Paris Worth Visiting on October 17?
Planning a trip to Paris on October 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.6°C with a 32% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 563 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for France, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.2°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 4.4°C in 2021.