Paris Plages
Mid-July to mid/late August
Sand, deckchairs and activities along the Seine and Bassin de la Villette. Swimming is limited to designated spots — bring a cover-up rather than walking around in swimwear.
Highs26°C (79°F)
Lows16°C (61°F)
Rainy days~8
Daylight14 h
CrowdsBusy
August averages for Paris-Montsouris. Source
August is hot and oddly quiet — many Parisians leave and some small shops close for weeks, while tourists fill the big sights. Dress light and loose, and keep one smart outfit for dinners.
☀️ By day
Loose linen and cotton, sandals you can walk in, sunglasses.
🌙 Evening
Light layer for riverside evenings at Paris Plages.
What's on in August
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Assumption Day
August 15
A public holiday in the quietest week of the year; many small shops and restaurants close. Plan around closures.
August packing essentials
Your August outfit list
- Linen midi dressCotton maxi dress with sleevesShop Amazon ↗
- Linen trousersShop Amazon ↗
- Cotton blousesShop Amazon ↗
- Light denim jacketShop Amazon ↗
- Comfortable leather sandalsShop Amazon ↗
- Straw toteShop Amazon ↗
- Linen shirtsShop Amazon ↗
- Lightweight chinosShop Amazon ↗
- Tailored shortsShop Amazon ↗
- Plain cotton teesShop Amazon ↗
- Suede loafers or clean sneakersShop Amazon ↗
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Dress code
- Neutral, well-fitted basics (navy, black, beige, white) blend in; loud prints and logos stand out.
- Cover shoulders inside churches such as Notre-Dame and Sacré-Cœur; a scarf works.
- Leave gym wear and flip-flops for the hotel — smart sneakers or loafers are the local default.