Weather in Paris In June

Weather in Paris in June

If you visit Paris in June you are in for a whirlwind of activities enjoyed in mild and pleasant weather. The tourist crowds are smaller and manageable. Nevertheless, you definitely want to finalize all your travel plans well ahead of time and snatch all the special deals and rates.

Average temperatures in Paris in June range between 12 degrees Celcius ( 54 degrees Fahrenheit) and 21 degrees Celcius (70 degrees Fahrenheit)

Paris at sunset in June- Dan Mirica- Wikimedia Commons

Paris gets warmer and heats up as the summer beckons. The temperature can go past the 21 degrees Celcius mark, to highs of 23 degrees Celcius. Paris in June is usually sunny with overcast mornings and evenings. However there are days when its overcast but such days can still be a little cool.

As it gets into summer towards the end of June the days become longer, with the sun setting as late as 10 pm! The sunny weather is ideal for outdoor activities and the late sunsets a sight for sore eyes.

Average rainfall in Paris in June measures 25 Millimeters

Rain in Montmarte, Paris- by David McSpadden- Wikimedia Commons

Despite the great weather in Paris in June, you will need to have an umbrella as the city does experience some rains and gets moderately wet, an average of 25mm of rain- you do not want to be caught out in the rain without an umbrella.

What to pack for Paris in June

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When it’s time to put your luggage together for your Paris trip in June, think layers!

The city usually experiences warm sunny days but might be a bit cool in the mornings, evenings, and overcast days. You are safer peeling off the layers in case it gets hotter than you expected. Have your sun gear in tow.

For the sunny days when you need comfort, light cotton clothes should do the trick. However, do not leave behind some warm fuzzy socks and windbreakers for the occasional cold day.

Be sure to bring your umbrella for the unexpected rainy afternoon during your afternoon out on the town- it’s best that it is a compact, high-quality one as Paris experiences some winds in June.

As a walk down the streets of Paris is almost guaranteed, you will need both open and closed shoes. The closed shoes will come in handy as you take daily walks while the opens shoes will allow you to comfortably explore on a hot day.

A pea coat for both men and women is recommended for warmth and very importantly, style. After all, you will be in fashionable Paris! Nice shirts and pants, skirts, sundresses, and cardigans or shawls fit the bill.

In June there are a lot of activities going on that you could attend or plan your trip  around

Carnaval_tropical- by *** Fanch The System !!! ***- Wikimedia Commons

The weather in Paris in June allows for a lot of outdoor activities. Enjoy the Chopin Festival at the Orangerie at la Parc de la Bagatelle. This is a series of outdoor classical concerts with performances honoring Polish composer Fredrick Chopins works. You are in for yet another series of symphonic classical music concerts at the gothic Saint-Denis Basilica and the Palais de la Légion d’Honneur during the Festival Saint-Denis.

With the warm weather in June, you could join the Carnaval Tropical – A parade of dancing, calypso, and colorful costumes. This begins from the Place de la Nation and goes through the streets of the 11th arrondissement and back. The colossal street party that is Paris Pride also starts at the 15^th Arrondissement to the Place de la Bastille, in mid-June.

Paris in June sure is abuzz, the weather definitely allows for it! Catch the Fête de la Musique, that’s the World Music Day with live bands and concerts right on the streets of Paris. You need not dig any deeper into your pockets to indulge in this as the concerts are free.

A visit to the park during your stay in Paris is a must, especially from mid- June. Apart from the favorable June weather you will enjoy the week-long Paris Jazz Festival that takes place at the Parc Floral de Vincennes. Again, you only need to pay the park entrance fee and enjoy the concert for free. As you might expect, free jazz in the Park is quite popular. You, therefore, need to get there early or clear out in good time if not attending.

June is one of the better times of the year to travel to Paris. You will find the city at one of its most cheerful. The city also puts its best foot forward as a tourist destination at around this time hence your experience will be wonderful.

Whether traveling with family, solo or with someone special, the weather in Paris in June is favorable and you will have a great time.