France in September

Europe Updated 2026-07-01

Everything reopens, the weather holds and the crowds have gone home; the sharpest drop of the year.

Is September a good time to visit France?

September sits mid-range in France — around 71/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.

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Paris Free Walking Tour

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Nice Free Walking Tour

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What closes and what fills up in September

La rentrée — schools return

France city by city in September

The same month can feel very different depending where you are.

City	Crowd	High	Wet days
Paris	70	22°C	8
Nice	72	25°C	5

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How September compares across the year

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Frequently asked questions

Is September a good month to visit France?

September sits mid-range in France — around 71/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.

How busy is France in September?

Averaged across the destinations we track, France sits near 71/100 in September. The calmest of them is Paris.

What is the weather like in France in September?

Expect average highs near 24°C and lows near 16°C, with roughly 7 wet days — though France varies by region.

Other months in France

Jan 42 Feb 52 Mar 52 Apr 60 May 71 Jun 78 Jul 89 Aug 88 Sep 71 Oct 58 Nov 43 Dec 53

France Best places to visit in September