Bastille Day
July 14
Military parade on the Champs-Élysées in the morning, fireworks at the Eiffel Tower at night. Spots on the Champ de Mars fill hours early — comfortable shoes, a hat and water.
Highs26°C (79°F)
Lows16°C (61°F)
Rainy days~7
Daylight15.5 h
CrowdsPeak season
July averages for Paris-Montsouris. Source
July is peak tourist season with Bastille Day fireworks on the 14th and the Tour de France finish. Heatwaves can push past 35°C and many hotels and Metro lines lack air-con — pack breathable linen and carry water.
☀️ By day
Breathable linen, light colours and a sun hat; heatwaves can top 35°C.
🌙 Evening
Something smart but cool for dinners in buildings without air-con.
What's on in July
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Tour de France finish
Last Sunday of July (most years)
Crowds line the Champs-Élysées for the final stage. Breathable clothes and sunscreen — you'll stand in the sun.
July packing essentials
Your July 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.