🇬🇧 Glasgow vs Paris 🇫🇷

Glasgow, 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 62 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇬🇧 Glasgow🇫🇷 Paris
Avg annual high13°C16°C
Hottest monthJuly (19°C)July (25°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (1°C low)January (2°C low)
Rainy days / year176114
SnowYesYes
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustMay, June, September

🇬🇧 Glasgow

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (19°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

🇫🇷 Paris

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Glasgow or Paris warmer?

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

Which is rainier, Glasgow or Paris?

Glasgow is rainier — Paris sees about 62 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Glasgow vs Paris?

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

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