🇮🇹 Milan vs Paris 🇫🇷

Milan, Italy vs Paris, France — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Milan is the warmer of the two — about 2 degrees warmer on average across the year. Milan is drier, with roughly 24 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇮🇹 Milan🇫🇷 Paris
Avg annual high18°C16°C
Hottest monthJuly (29°C)July (25°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (0°C low)January (2°C low)
Rainy days / year90114
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitMay, June, SeptemberMay, June, September

🇮🇹 Milan

Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (29°C), coldest lows in January (0°C).

🇫🇷 Paris

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Milan or Paris warmer?

Milan is warmer overall, averaging about 2 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Milan or Paris?

Paris is rainier — Milan sees about 24 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Milan vs Paris?

Milan is best around May, June, September; Paris is best around May, June, September.

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