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What to wear in Paris in December

By PackTheLook · Updated 28 October 2026

Highs8°C (46°F)
Lows4°C (39°F)
Rainy days~11
Daylight8 h
CrowdsModerate

December averages for Paris-Montsouris. Source

December means Christmas markets, lit-up Champs-Élysées and department-store window displays, plus cold, damp days around 4–8°C. Dress warm for evening strolls, and keep one smart outfit for New Year's Eve.

☀️ By day

Long coat, knit, warm boots and a scarf for markets.

🌙 Evening

Your smartest outfit for New Year's Eve plus a warm coat.

What's on in December

Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.

Christmas markets

Late November to early January

Markets at the Tuileries, Notre-Dame area and La Défense. You'll stand outside for a while — thermals under your outfit help.

December packing essentials

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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.

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Good weather elsewhere in December

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