🇬🇧 London vs 🇫🇷 Paris

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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London

broken clouds

55°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 52°F

H 57°F / L 53°F

Humidity: 46%

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Paris

broken clouds

60°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 58°F

H 62°F / L 59°F

Humidity: 57%

Climate Overview

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London

Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and notoriously changeable year-round

Best monthsJune, July, August, September
AvoidNovember, December, January
Annual rain23 inches (585 mm) — spread evenly year-round

London's weather is famously mild but grey. It rarely gets very hot or very cold, but expect cloud cover most of the year. Summer (June–August) brings the best sunshine and warmth. Rain falls year-round but rarely in heavy bursts.

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Paris

Semi-oceanic — mild with four distinct seasons, regular rainfall

Best monthsMay, June, September, October
AvoidNovember, December, January (grey and cold)
Annual rain25 inches (641 mm)

Paris has a pleasant climate with warm summers and cool winters. Spring and fall are the most popular seasons for a reason — mild temperatures, manageable crowds, and the city at its most photogenic. Summers can have heat waves; winters are cold but rarely harsh.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇬🇧 London🇫🇷 Paris
Spring

45–61°F

March–May

46–66°F

March–May

Summer

63–73°F

June–August

64–79°F

June–August

Fall

49–61°F

September–November

50–66°F

September–November

Winter

38–46°F

December–February

36–46°F

December–February

London vs Paris: Frequently Asked Questions

Does London or Paris have better weather?

London and Paris have very different climates. Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and notoriously changeable year-round Paris: Semi-oceanic — mild with four distinct seasons, regular rainfall. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit London vs Paris?

Best time for London: June, July, August, September. Best time for Paris: May, June, September, October.

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