Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for October
| Metric | Paris | Bath | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 16°C (61°F)▲ | 14°C (57°F) | Paris |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 9°C (48°F)▲ | 8°C (46°F) | Paris |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days▲ | 12 days | Paris |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 61 mm▲ | 73 mm | Paris |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 6h/day | 6h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h▲ | 22 km/h | Paris |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Paris edges ahead as the better destination in October. Paris offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Bath sees 6 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.
Paris sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. Bath is cooler at 14°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Paris is the stronger choice in October.
Paris reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Bath averages 14°C (57°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in October.
Paris receives approximately 61 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Bath sees 73 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Paris the drier option by 1 rain day and 12 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 16°C, lows of 9°C, 11 rain days
Highs of 14°C, lows of 8°C, 12 rain days
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during October.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. October is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Paris | Bath | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 7°C | 12d | 7°C | 12d |
| Feb | 8°C | 10d | 8°C | 10d |
| Mar | 12°C | 11d | 10°C | 11d |
| Apr | 15°C | 11d | 13°C | 12d |
| May | 19°C | 11d | 16°C | 12d |
| Jun | 22°C | 10d | 18°C | 11d |
| Jul | 24°C | 10d | 20°C | 12d |
| Aug | 24°C | 9d | 20°C | 11d |
| Sep | 21°C | 8d | 18°C | 10d |
| Oct | 16°C | 11d | 14°C | 12d |
| Nov | 11°C | 11d | 10°C | 13d |
| Dec | 7°C | 12d | 8°C | 12d |
Paris Weather in October
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