Paris gets about 650 mm (roughly 26 inches) of rain a year, fairly evenly spread across the seasons, with no single month standing out as dramatically wetter than the rest. Weather here is dominated by a rotating series of Atlantic fronts, which tend to bring light-to-moderate rain rather than intense downpours, though summer can occasionally produce sharp thunderstorms after stretches of hot, humid weather. The Seine has periodically flooded parts of the city during unusually wet, prolonged winters, most notably in 1910 and more recently in 2016 and 2018, when sustained rain upstream raised river levels over several days rather than hours. Because Parisian weather can shift from clear to wet within the same day, radar imagery is a genuinely practical tool for deciding whether to carry an umbrella or wait out a passing shower. Météo-France operates the national weather radar network covering the greater Paris region.
Rain in Paris by month
Paris gets about 662 mm (26.1 in) of rain in an average year. The wettest month is December, with 69 mm (2.7 in), and the driest is April, with 39 mm (1.5 in).
| Month | Average rain | Average temperature |
|---|---|---|
| January | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 3.0 °C (37 °F) |
| February | 50 mm (2.0 in) | 3.6 °C (38 °F) |
| March | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 6.7 °C (44 °F) |
| April | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 10.3 °C (51 °F) |
| May | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 13.8 °C (57 °F) |
| June | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 17.4 °C (63 °F) |
| July | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 19.3 °C (67 °F) |
| August | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 18.9 °C (66 °F) |
| September | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 15.6 °C (60 °F) |
| October | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 11.6 °C (53 °F) |
| November | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 6.9 °C (44 °F) |
| December | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 3.6 °C (38 °F) |
Long-term monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis). They describe the wider area around Paris and can differ slightly from local weather-station records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Paris right now?
The map above shows recent radar observations over Paris, Ile-de-France where coverage is available. Use the map legend and timestamp to interpret the imagery. A blank map over Paris can mean no detected precipitation, missing coverage, delayed data, or rain too light for radar to detect.
How often does the Paris rain radar update?
Updates depend on the radar provider and local network. Check the timestamp on the map for the latest available frame, and press play to compare recent observations. Radar imagery can lag conditions on the ground.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Paris?
Press play to compare recent radar frames over Ile-de-France and see the direction of detected rain. This can help you assess approaching showers near Paris, but storms can grow or change direction; check your local weather service for forecasts and warnings.
Is this Paris rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.