When is the Best Time to Visit France?

Looking for a couples getaway? Or maybe a family trip? No matter your desire, Scott Dunn will help you find the best time of year to visit France.

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Best time to visit

Monthly Climate Guide for France

, France

Average temperatures (Fahrenheit) and rainfall (inches)

Jan
66°F 0.63"
Feb
69°F 0.47"
Mar
77°F 0.35"
Apr
82°F 0.28"
May
85°F 0.24"
Jun
95°F 0.24"
Jul
96°F 0.16"
Aug
95°F 0.16"
Sep
91°F 0.2"
Oct
80°F 0.28"
Nov
70°F 0.67"
Dec
62°F 0.59"
Jan
54°F 0.47"
Feb
58°F 0.39"
Mar
66°F 0.31"
Apr
76°F 0.35"
May
79°F 0.35"
Jun
92°F 0.28"
Jul
93°F 0.2"
Aug
93°F 0.28"
Sep
85°F 0.24"
Oct
73°F 0.43"
Nov
64°F 0.55"
Dec
56°F 0.43"
Jan
49°F 0.59"
Feb
54°F 0.35"
Mar
62°F 0.59"
Apr
70°F 0.47"
May
76°F 0.83"
Jun
87°F 0.63"
Jul
88°F 0.63"
Aug
88°F 0.55"
Sep
80°F 0.47"
Oct
68°F 0.63"
Nov
60°F 0.67"
Dec
52°F 0.55"
Jan
55°F 0.24"
Feb
57°F 0.63"
Mar
66°F 0.31"
Apr
74°F 0.2"
May
79°F 0.24"
Jun
90°F 0.2"
Jul
93°F 0.2"
Aug
93°F 0.2"
Sep
83°F 0.16"
Oct
72°F 0.2"
Nov
63°F 0.2"
Dec
57°F 0.2"
Jan
56°F 0.31"
Feb
60°F 0.24"
Mar
66°F 0.31"
Apr
73°F 0.35"
May
80°F 0.39"
Jun
90°F 0.31"
Jul
91°F 0.31"
Aug
92°F 0.31"
Sep
84°F 0.28"
Oct
73°F 0.39"
Nov
65°F 0.47"
Dec
56°F 0.31"
Jan
56°F 0.31"
Feb
60°F 0.24"
Mar
66°F 0.31"
Apr
73°F 0.35"
May
80°F 0.39"
Jun
90°F 0.31"
Jul
91°F 0.31"
Aug
92°F 0.31"
Sep
84°F 0.28"
Oct
73°F 0.39"
Nov
65°F 0.47"
Dec
56°F 0.31"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
57°F 0.31"
Feb
61°F 0.28"
Mar
68°F 0.24"
Apr
77°F 0.28"
May
81°F 0.31"
Jun
94°F 0.24"
Jul
95°F 0.12"
Aug
97°F 0.2"
Sep
88°F 0.16"
Oct
75°F 0.31"
Nov
64°F 0.31"
Dec
59°F 0.31"
Jan
57°F 0.31"
Feb
62°F 0.39"
Mar
68°F 0.35"
Apr
75°F 0.39"
May
82°F 0.35"
Jun
93°F 0.24"
Jul
94°F 0.31"
Aug
94°F 0.28"
Sep
87°F 0.31"
Oct
75°F 0.35"
Nov
67°F 0.47"
Dec
58°F 0.31"
Jan
49°F 0.59"
Feb
54°F 0.35"
Mar
62°F 0.59"
Apr
70°F 0.47"
May
76°F 0.83"
Jun
87°F 0.63"
Jul
88°F 0.63"
Aug
88°F 0.55"
Sep
80°F 0.47"
Oct
68°F 0.63"
Nov
60°F 0.67"
Dec
52°F 0.55"
Jan
62°F 0.35"
Feb
61°F 0.94"
Mar
67°F 0.39"
Apr
72°F 0.39"
May
78°F 0.24"
Jun
88°F 0.31"
Jul
87°F 0.12"
Aug
90°F 0.12"
Sep
84°F 0.2"
Oct
76°F 0.39"
Nov
69°F 0.75"
Dec
62°F 0.43"
Jan
56°F 0.31"
Feb
60°F 0.24"
Mar
66°F 0.31"
Apr
73°F 0.35"
May
80°F 0.39"
Jun
90°F 0.31"
Jul
91°F 0.31"
Aug
92°F 0.31"
Sep
84°F 0.28"
Oct
73°F 0.39"
Nov
65°F 0.47"
Dec
56°F 0.31"
Jan
56°F 0.31"
Feb
57°F 0.35"
Mar
64°F 0.31"
Apr
73°F 0.28"
May
75°F 0.2"
Jun
86°F 0.2"
Jul
88°F 0.12"
Aug
87°F 0.24"
Sep
81°F 0.2"
Oct
71°F 0.28"
Nov
63°F 0.35"
Dec
58°F 0.28"
Jan
56°F 0.31"
Feb
58°F 0.35"
Mar
66°F 0.35"
Apr
76°F 0.28"
May
79°F 0.47"
Jun
90°F 0.35"
Jul
93°F 0.24"
Aug
93°F 0.39"
Sep
83°F 0.31"
Oct
73°F 0.35"
Nov
63°F 0.39"
Dec
58°F 0.35"
Jan
61°F 0.28"
Feb
64°F 0.24"
Mar
70°F 0.2"
Apr
77°F 0.24"
May
83°F 0.12"
Jun
95°F 0.16"
Jul
95°F 0.2"
Aug
97°F 0.08"
Sep
90°F 0.16"
Oct
80°F 0.24"
Nov
71°F 0.43"
Dec
62°F 0.28"
Jan
58°F 0.16"
Feb
61°F 0.24"
Mar
70°F 0.39"
Apr
77°F 0.43"
May
82°F 0.59"
Jun
92°F 0.43"
Jul
93°F 0.28"
Aug
93°F 0.31"
Sep
86°F 0.24"
Oct
76°F 0.35"
Nov
65°F 0.47"
Dec
58°F 0.2"
Jan
58°F 0.16"
Feb
61°F 0.24"
Mar
70°F 0.39"
Apr
77°F 0.43"
May
82°F 0.59"
Jun
92°F 0.43"
Jul
93°F 0.28"
Aug
93°F 0.31"
Sep
86°F 0.24"
Oct
76°F 0.35"
Nov
65°F 0.47"
Dec
58°F 0.2"
Jan
56°F 0.31"
Feb
60°F 0.24"
Mar
66°F 0.31"
Apr
73°F 0.35"
May
80°F 0.39"
Jun
90°F 0.31"
Jul
91°F 0.31"
Aug
92°F 0.31"
Sep
84°F 0.28"
Oct
73°F 0.39"
Nov
65°F 0.47"
Dec
56°F 0.31"

Ashley Hall

Europe Specialist

After a solo trip to Cameroon at the age of 18, I fell in love with the world of travel. After studying international relations and European studies in college, I moved to Italy for the opportunity to immerse myself in the culture and explore Europe.

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    Autumn, especially in France in October, is a spectacle of colors. It's the best time of year to visit France if you're enchanted by the golden hues of fall. The cooler weather is perfect for exploring the outdoors, and with Scott Dunn, you can enjoy the added luxury of private transfers to the most scenic spots.

  • When is the best time to visit France and Spain?

    Visiting both countries in June or September is ideal. These months offer a comfortable climate perfect for diverse activities. With Scott Dunn, you can experience seamless travel between France and Spain, including private transfers for a smooth and enjoyable journey.

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    Late spring and early fall, particularly in France in June or September, are perfect for visiting France and Italy. These months offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds. Scott Dunn can organize your trip with transfers, ensuring you experience the best of both countries in comfort and style

  • How do I travel between different cities in France?

    High-speed trains, such as the TGV, offer a fast and convenient option. For those looking for a more relaxed pace, regional trains and car rentals are great choices. Scott Dunn can also arrange private transfers for a personalized and hassle-free travel experience between cities.

  • How many days in France is enough?

    France is the perfect destination for anything from a long weekend in a city or region to a more in depth 7 or 10 day trip, letting you experience a variety of what France has to offer. This duration is perfect for enjoying the best weather in France and exploring different regions at a comfortable pace. Scott Dunn can tailor your itinerary to maximise your experience, whether you're in France for a week or more.

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