Paris receives some 35 million visitors a year. Most tourists come between May and September, and July is typically the busiest month (followed closely by June and August).
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Traditionally, Paris' summer holiday lasts from 16th July through to 10th August. The whole of August, however, is generally low key, and the streets won't be full of busy Parisians. That all changes in September. Monuments and museums host Heritage Days, opening up areas that are usually closed to public visitors.
September and October are arguably the best months to visit — brisk breeze seeps into the air, Paris Fashion Week is in full force, and turning leaves color the city's scenic gardens. Nevertheless, cases can be made for traveling to the City of Light any time of year.
Best Time to Visit Paris to Avoid CrowdsMost tourists come between May and September, and July is typically the busiest month (followed closely by June and August).
Here's the range of daily highs and lows throughout a typical Paris September: Range of monthly high temperatures during September: 61°F to 94°F (16°C to 34°C)Range of monthly low temperatures during September: 38°F to 66° F (4°C to 10°C)
Weather in Paris In SeptemberThe average temperatures are in the 60s which is perfect for sweaters, trench coats, and booties. There can be a little rain with some breezy days and leaves are starting to turn.
Summer is high season in Paris, and that's when the Louvre palace is at its most packed. If you're visiting Paris between June and September, use the above weekday and time-of-day recommendations to visit the Louvre Museum with fewer people around.
Sun and Clouds during September: What to ExpectAlthough this month, like every month in Paris, offers a mix of cloudless, cloudy, and overcast skis, there's something about the September weather patterns that seems to produce an unusually high number of days with bright blue skies with few or no clouds.
The Palace of Versailles is best to visit between the months of April-June and October-November. Pleasant weather meets thinner crowds, making it the ideal time to visit. The low season months include November, February and March.
The busiest period at the Eiffel Tower is between the end of June and the beginning of September. This is the so-called peak season, when the attendance peaks. In certain periods, attendance may be higher due to school vacation in Europe.
September-OctoberIf you're wanting to experience fewer crowds while in Paris, but don't want to give up good weather, fall is your best bet. The city experiences highs in the upper 60s during September then dips down to the lower 60s typically during October, with lows hovering between the low 50s and 40s.
How Much Rain Does Paris Get in September? Paris records about 2 inches (about 51 mm) of precipitation on average over the course of 8 days during September, making this one of the dryer months of the year.
Is Paris an expensive city to visit? Yes, Paris is considered one of the most expensive cities in the world, but there are ways to reduce your expenses.
The Louvre palace is huge, with over 400 rooms and 35,000 artworks! It's impossible to see everything in one day. If you only have an hour or two, we recommend visiting the Denon wing, which houses some of the most famous masterpieces (Mona Lisa, the Winged Victory of Samothrace, The Raft of the Medusa, and more).
First-time travelers should try and plan around 4-5 days—ample time to enjoy some classic Parisian highlights and visit a few of the 20 arrondissements (neighborhoods).