Paris in July
Peak season proper — heat in the metro, fireworks at the Trocadéro, and Louvre slots gone a fortnight ahead.
Is July a good time to visit Paris?
July is one of the busiest months in Paris, at about 88/100. If you can move your dates, February is far calmer.
What’s on in July
- Bastille Day (14 July)
- Tour de France finish
- Summer sales
Best days in July
Weekdays are almost always calmer than weekends.
Tue is normally the calmest day of the week.
Best hours in July
The daily rhythm, hour by hour.
The 9:00 AM window is usually the calmest of the day.
Weather in July
Typical highs, lows and wet days.
How July compares
Every month in Paris, ranked by how calm it is.
Quieter alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
Is July a good month to visit Paris?
July is one of the busiest months in Paris, at about 88/100. If you can move your dates, February is far calmer.
How crowded is Paris in July?
Paris sits at roughly 88/100 in July on our crowd scale, which is 24 points above the yearly average. The quietest month is February.
What is the weather like in Paris in July?
Expect highs around 26°C and lows near 16°C in July, with about 8 wet days across the month.