Paris · France
October
Autumn colour arrives, tourist pressure eases — a genuinely lovely if cooler option.
Best match
#5 of 12 months
There are better months for Paris — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
16°C
Low
9.4°C
Rain
60mm
Sun
4.9hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How October scores in Paris
Weather
Good
Value
Very good
Crowds
Good
Events
Good
Atmosphere
Excellent
What you gain in October
- ↑Autumn foliage in Bois de Boulogne and Tuileries: golden light and minimal crowds
- ↑FIAC art fair and Paris Photo bring cultural energy for collectors and enthusiasts
- ↑Prices dropping: 25–35% below September rates by month end
What you sacrifice
- ↓Increasing cloud cover and shorter days — sunset before 19:00 by late October
- ↓Occasional autumn rain days require flexible planning
- ↓Some outdoor events and summer-season activities finishing up
How October compares to September (best month)
| Factor | October | September ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 6 | 9 |
| Value | 7 | 5 |
| Crowds | 6 | 5 |
October in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Paris, not across destinations. Methodology →