Rome edges it in October. Paris averages 10–18°C with low-moderate crowds; Rome 12–23°C with moderate-high crowds.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
Paris and Rome
The verdict for October
Crisp, cultured, comfortable
+Autumn light, gallery season and easy access everywhere.
–Rain days increase and evenings get cold quickly.
Paris at its most liveable — culture season without the queues.
Autumn at its best
+One of the best combinations of pleasant temperatures and more manageable crowds.
–Rain becomes somewhat more likely and demand remains significant.
Golden light, trattoria season, comfortable sightseeing.
Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.
Another month