Paris, May or September?
Apr 22nd, 2016, 10:08 AM
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September because I tend to think the weather is more predictably nice. If I remember correctly, September is the driest month in Paris. If I went with May, it would be probably be later in the month. I spent a very cold and rainy honeymoon in Paris one May; I'm still slightly bitter!
Apr 22nd, 2016, 10:22 AM
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September. I prefer the weather and it's just a better time for me to get away from home, and I don't want to be around all the French holidays, either. Nothing is really cheaper in May that I know of, at least not in Paris. Hotels are about the same price most of the year except some are discounted at end of July and August, and then can be higher around Christmas/NY holidays. A very few hotels raise rates in October for trade shows, but not the kind of places I stay. Everything else is priced about the same all year (food, museums, etc). Air fare is about the same also.
IN reality, I would prefer second half of September, not the beginning which is still a little dull for me, things haven't gotten back in the swing yet.
IN reality, I would prefer second half of September, not the beginning which is still a little dull for me, things haven't gotten back in the swing yet.
Apr 23rd, 2016, 06:32 AM
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Apr 23rd, 2016, 06:54 AM
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Thanks to everyone for the opinions. Yes, May is sooner!
Judy, I hadn't thought of that. May is nice here. Usually. I think it might be too warm for me in May. But I remember how hot it was in Paris in the fall a few years ago.
Judy, I hadn't thought of that. May is nice here. Usually. I think it might be too warm for me in May. But I remember how hot it was in Paris in the fall a few years ago.
Apr 23rd, 2016, 10:40 AM
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The month of May includes 4 holidays, during which some businesses will close for the day or take a long weekend.
May 1 is the worst, so try to come during the latter part of the month if possible.
It's a very good idea to check the opening times of anything you want to see - Google each official website to check their official calendars. There will always be someplace to eat.
It doesn't matter what the weather was during someone else's past vacation. It's highly likely it won't be the same when you're here, no matter which month you pick, due to climate changes.
The weather in Paris is really not reliable, and can and will change very quickly - that's why it's best to wait until the last minute to pack. Otherwise, you'll end up bringing too many clothes which will cover any situation - most of which will be heavy and most of which you won't end up wearing. Just check a reliable weather report two days before you leave, and re-pack, if necessary.
May 1 is the worst, so try to come during the latter part of the month if possible.
It's a very good idea to check the opening times of anything you want to see - Google each official website to check their official calendars. There will always be someplace to eat.
It doesn't matter what the weather was during someone else's past vacation. It's highly likely it won't be the same when you're here, no matter which month you pick, due to climate changes.
The weather in Paris is really not reliable, and can and will change very quickly - that's why it's best to wait until the last minute to pack. Otherwise, you'll end up bringing too many clothes which will cover any situation - most of which will be heavy and most of which you won't end up wearing. Just check a reliable weather report two days before you leave, and re-pack, if necessary.
Apr 23rd, 2016, 10:52 AM
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I have been there in May, Sept. and Nov. The weather as best the trip in Sept, or at least more consistent, but that was then and who knows what when you go.
The end of May, we came from London and Paris was actually pretty warm and humid for two days and then big change. Much lower temperatures and a fair amount of rain but not all the time.
November was sunny for almost all the time but fairly windy and cold.
Be prepared. I always have layers, never leave without my umbrella, and I really have no complaints about any of it, except the humid, I can't stand humid, but that was short lived, thankfully.
The end of May, we came from London and Paris was actually pretty warm and humid for two days and then big change. Much lower temperatures and a fair amount of rain but not all the time.
November was sunny for almost all the time but fairly windy and cold.
Be prepared. I always have layers, never leave without my umbrella, and I really have no complaints about any of it, except the humid, I can't stand humid, but that was short lived, thankfully.
