🇬🇧 Edinburgh vs Paris 🇫🇷

Edinburgh, United Kingdom vs Paris, France — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Paris is the warmer of the two — about 3 degrees warmer on average across the year. Paris is drier, with roughly 32 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇬🇧 Edinburgh🇫🇷 Paris
Avg annual high13°C16°C
Hottest monthJuly (19°C)July (25°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (2°C low)January (2°C low)
Rainy days / year146114
SnowYesYes
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustMay, June, September

🇬🇧 Edinburgh

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (19°C), coldest lows in January (2°C).

🇫🇷 Paris

Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (25°C), coldest lows in January (2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Edinburgh or Paris warmer?

Paris is warmer overall, averaging about 3 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Edinburgh or Paris?

Edinburgh is rainier — Paris sees about 32 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Edinburgh vs Paris?

Edinburgh is best around June, July, August; Paris is best around May, June, September.

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