Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for October
| Metric | Luxembourg City | Paris | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 5°C (41°F) | 16°C (61°F)▲ | Paris |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -7°C (19°F) | 9°C (48°F)▲ | Paris |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 3 days▲ | 11 days | Luxembourg City |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 40 mm▲ | 61 mm | Luxembourg City |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 3h/day | 6h/day▲ | Paris |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h▲ | 18 km/h | Luxembourg City |
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 Luxembourg City sees 3 sunshine hours and 3 rain days.
Luxembourg City is on the cooler side at 5°C, requiring warmer clothing. Paris is also comfortable at 16°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Luxembourg City is the stronger choice in October. Paris receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Luxembourg City reaches an average high of 5°C (41°F) and drops to -7°C (19°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Paris averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 11°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 October.
Luxembourg City receives approximately 40 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during October. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Paris sees 61 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Luxembourg City the drier option by 8 rain days and 21 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 5°C, lows of -7°C, 3 rain days
Highs of 16°C, lows of 9°C, 11 rain days
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. October 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 |
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