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Paris weather

While the weather in Paris can be temperamental, on the whole, it consists of hot summers and fairly cold winters. Average temperatures in summer peak around 25 degrees, while winters tend to see the mercury hovering around the 5-degree mark. To make the most of the long summer days and Paris’ spectacular scenery, head over between May and September, but bear in mind it can get crowded. Spring is a little less so, though the Paris weather forecast will show cooler temperatures and a higher chance of rain. Winters are a great time to visit if you’re after a good dose of the Christmas spirit, as Paris turns into a city of festive lights and decorations.

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Paris festivals and events

May:  The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Jazz Festival draws crowds from all over as Saint-Germain square is filled with all kinds of free jazz and blues concerts.

June:  The Fête de la Musique is an explosion of musical activity across the city. Everyone from professionals to amateurs get involved with big names playing in major venues, churches packed with choirs and street corners playing host to amateur singers and musicians.

November – January:  The festive spirit comes to Disneyland Paris as the theme park is turned into a winter wonderland of snow, ice and carol singers. And with a chance to see Santa, this is definitely one for the kids.

December:  The Paris Boat Show is an enormous event that encompasses boats of all shapes and sizes as well as exhibitions for every conceivable water-based activity. Wakeboarding, beach resorts and the latest motorboat technology, they’re all represented here.

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Tips

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Invest in a Paris Museum Pass and you’ll gain free entry to more than 60 museums and monuments across the city. What’s more, you won’t have to queue.

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If you’re after some of the city’s best array of antiques, and second-hand clothes, head to Paris’ most famous flea market, the Marché aux Puces de St-Ouen,. All you have to do is get off at Métro Porte de Clignancourt.

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For some of the hippest nightlife, head down to the Marais where you’ll find a large number of Paris’ trendier bars. For something a little more traditional, check out the Latin Quarter with its student-style bars.

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