Paris vs New York

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, New York edges ahead as the better destination in October. New York offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Paris sees 6 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Paris sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. New York is also comfortable at 18°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, New York is the stronger choice in October. New York receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

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.

New York averages 18°C (64°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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.

New York sees 98 mm over 9 rain days. That makes New York the drier option by 2 rain days and 37 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.