The weather in Paris and the surrounding Île-de-France region is informed by its temperate climate, which brings cold but not freezing winters and warm, pleasant summers.
The capital has relatively low annual rainfall at about 25 inches (650mm) yearly, but showers remain a consistent feature of life in Paris. You’ll quickly learn not to leave home without an umbrella. Thunderstorms tend to be short and sweet, and the sun usually pushes the clouds away in no time.
July is the hottest month in Paris, with August close behind, while January is the coldest. Summer temperatures average around 76°F (24°C), although recent heat waves have pushed temperatures up to 95°F (35°C) or higher. Winter temperatures average around 41°F (5°C). Many Parisians leave the city in August, when the weather turns warm and muggy.