Snow in Paris: Frequency, Timing, and Real-Time Risk

🌨️ Live snow forecast for Paris

In Paris, snow is still a big deal: it makes headlines, disrupts transportation… and often melts away within a few hours. Here’s the rundown, followed by the real-time snow forecast.

❄️ How often does it snow in Paris?

According to Météo-France, the capital now averages about 7 days of snow per year, compared to about 13 in the mid-20th century. Some years, there isn’t even a single snowflake.

📅 Which month is most likely to see snow?

Snow falls mainly from December through March, with slightly higher chances in January and February. It’s rare in November and April.

⛄ What are the chances it will stick to the ground?

Low. It’s warmer in the city than in the countryside: snow often melts upon contact with the ground and leaves only a few centimeters when it does stick (about 12 cm during the snowfall on February 7, 2018). Expect slippery sidewalks and delayed public transportation if snow is forecast.