What is the best month to go to Paris?

Spring (especially April and May) and autumn (particularly September and October) are ideal for visiting Paris – crowds are thinner, but the weather is temperate and lovely.



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The cheapest time to visit Paris is during the off-season — in the winter, before and after the holiday rush, which means early December, January, and February.

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Paris rainy season There is not really a rainy season in the city as in many countries. Most heavy rains occur in December and January, resulting in significant floods. But, rain is quite unpredictable. May and June 2016 were incredibly wet with significant flooding of the quays.

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When is the best time to visit France? The best time to visit France is in spring (April-May), summer (June-August), or autumn (September-October). Spring is pleasant across the country, with fewer crowds and temperatures ranging from 55°F to 68°F.

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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).

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The best time to book flights to France is typically in the off-season months of January, February, November, and December. Flight prices are typically cheaper during these months due to lower demand for travel.

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So, off season is in the winter months of the year. January, February and March are going to be considered off season in Paris and if you plan a trip during these months you'll be greeted with cheaper airfare, better hotel rates and sometimes even some hotel deals will be being run by Paris hotels.

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Our Version of a Perfect 4 Day Paris Itinerary
  1. Day 1: The Left Bank, Saint-Germain, and the Eiffel Tower.
  2. Day 2: Gothic Churches, A Food Tour, and the Louvre.
  3. Day 3: The Coolest Neighborhoods in Paris (Montmartre, le Marais, Canal St. Martin, and Montorgueil)
  4. Day 4: A Day Trip to Versailles.


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Hotel rates and even flights are significantly cheaper this month compared with June and July, partly because American tourists tend to stay away (perhaps because of the mistaken belief that everything is closed during August and also because many American schools restart this month).

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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.

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How much money will you need for your trip to France? You should plan to spend around €233 ($250) per day on your vacation in France, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, €42 ($45) on meals for one day and €29 ($32) on local transportation.

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