🇫🇷 Paris vs San Sebastián 🇪🇸

Paris, France vs San Sebastián, Spain — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. San Sebastián is the warmer of the two — about 2 degrees warmer on average across the year. Paris is drier, with roughly 62 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇫🇷 Paris🇪🇸 San Sebastián
Avg annual high16°C18°C
Hottest monthJuly (25°C)August (24°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (2°C low)January (6°C low)
Rainy days / year114176
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitMay, June, SeptemberJune, July, September

🇫🇷 Paris

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

🇪🇸 San Sebastián

Best around June, July, September. Hottest in August (24°C), coldest lows in January (6°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Paris or San Sebastián warmer?

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

Which is rainier, Paris or San Sebastián?

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

When is the best time to visit Paris vs San Sebastián?

Paris is best around May, June, September; San Sebastián is best around June, July, September.

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