Paris · August
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 77°F, dipping to 59°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
77° / 59°F
Humidity
67%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
11 mph
What August feels like in Paris
Sunrise
06:45
Mid-month average
Sunset
21:04
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Paris in August
The kit for August in Paris: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
August vs the surrounding months
vs July
-1° avg high
+1 rain days
Paris in July →
August
77°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: morning
vs September
+5° avg high
+3 rain days
Paris in September →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Paris in August?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Paris in August?+
Average high 77°F, average low 59°F.
How does August compare to surrounding months in Paris?+
Compared to July (avg high 78°F), August is cooler. Compared to September (avg high 72°F), August is warmer.
Does it rain often in Paris in August?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in August, on average.