Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for August
| Metric | Luxembourg City | Paris | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 17°C (63°F) | 24°C (75°F)▲ | Paris |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 5°C (41°F) | 15°C (59°F)▲ | Paris |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 5 days▲ | 9 days | Luxembourg City |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 60 mm | 57 mm▲ | Paris |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 6h/day | 11h/day▲ | Paris |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h▲ | 16 km/h | Luxembourg City |
Luxembourg City and Paris are closely matched in August. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Luxembourg City sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Paris is also comfortable at 24°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Luxembourg City is the stronger choice in August. Paris receives 5 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Luxembourg City reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Paris averages 24°C (75°F) for the high and 15°C (59°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.
Luxembourg City receives approximately 60 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during August. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Paris sees 57 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Luxembourg City the drier option by 4 rain days and 3 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 17°C, lows of 5°C, 5 rain days
Highs of 24°C, lows of 15°C, 9 rain days
Pack for both: a packable rain jacket, an umbrella. These items are useful in either destination during August.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. August is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Luxembourg City | Paris | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 1°C | 3d | 7°C | 12d |
| Feb | 5°C | 3d | 8°C | 10d |
| Mar | 11°C | 4d | 12°C | 11d |
| Apr | 17°C | 5d | 15°C | 11d |
| May | 21°C | 6d | 19°C | 11d |
| Jun | 23°C | 6d | 22°C | 10d |
| Jul | 21°C | 6d | 24°C | 10d |
| Aug | 17°C | 5d | 24°C | 9d |
| Sep | 11°C | 4d | 21°C | 8d |
| Oct | 5°C | 3d | 16°C | 11d |
| Nov | 1°C | 3d | 11°C | 11d |
| Dec | -1°C | 3d | 7°C | 12d |
Luxembourg City Weather in August
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