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Heading to Paris this October and wondering what you should be packing? I’m here to help!
As a French woman, if there is something I know very well it’s what the weather is like in France and what to wear.
When visiting Paris, the last thing you want to do is to pack the wrong things.
💡 3 Items You’re Probably Forgetting to Bring To Paris and You’ll Need
1️⃣ E-sim: This will allow you to have data everywhere you go which is practical especially to work out public transport routes
2️⃣ Money Belt: Perfect to keep your money safe (there are a lot of pickpockets unfortunately)
3️⃣ International Adapter: Very important to charge your devices
If you forget some things, it’s not really an issue because there are many shops around and honestly, there is no better place to go shopping!
Having said that, it’s still important to not overpack and avoid loading your suitcase with unnecessary items.
In this article, I tell you exactly what you should be wearing in Paris in October.
What is the weather like in Paris in October
October truly marks the beginning of the autumn season in Paris. Temperatures average between 9°C and 16°C (48°F and 61°F) with 4 hours of sunshine per day.
If you are visiting at the beginning of the month, you might still catch some of our Indian summer and it can be quite warm.
If you are coming at the end of the month though, you should prepare for autumn weather because it gets a lot cooler.
We also get a few days of rain in October in Paris so make sure to plan for this as well.
Essential Packing List for Paris in October
Clothes
- T-shirts or shirts with short and long sleeves. If you are going at the beginning of October, take short sleeves but if you are going at the end of the month, long sleeves are preferable.
- Autumn dresses with tights. Pack a few dresses that are appropriate for autumn weather (so not too light but not too warm either) that you can wear with tights. You don’t need thick tights at this time of the year but black ones are preferable.
This is a beautiful fall color that will look great on all your Paris fall photos. It's the kind of dress Parisian girls would wear.
- Skirts. Again, make sure it’s appropriate for autumn weather. I also don’t recommend skirts that are too tights or long because it’s less practical to walk with these.
- Trousers and jeans. These are essential items to pack since the temperatures are a bit cool and there is a risk of rain.
- Cardigans or light jumpers. These will come in handy during the day as well as in the evening. Again, temperatures are quite cool so you need some layers.
The color is ideal for the autumn season and it's exactly the kind of things French women wear.
- Jacket(s). I would recommend a jean jacket or light jacket for the day and a thicker one (ideally waterproof) for the evening.
- Leggings for the plane journey. Don’t wear them in Paris though, French people don’t wear activewear outside of the gym so it would make you look like a tourist.
- Underwear / Bras
- Socks
- Pyjamas
Shoes
- Comfortable sneakers. You will be walking a lot in Paris and a lot of the streets have cobblestones so make sure your shoes are comfortable.
- Flat leather boots. These are a more stylish option that will give you a bit of a Parisian look. I recommend flat-ish ones since they are more comfortable and you’ll be able to walk longer with them.
Veja is brand of sneakers designed in Paris. The French absolutely love that brand and since Parisians are usually not too keen on wearing sneakers, getting these shoes is the best way to blend in.
Bags
- 1 suitcase or travel backpack.
- 1 hand bag for the day or stylish backpack
- 1 money belt – I admit that this is not the most stylish item on this list but unfortunately, since there are a lot of pickpockets in Paris, it can be helpful to keep your money and passport safe.
This is perfect to avoid being pickpocketed (which unfortunately happens a lot in Paris).
Accessories
- A small umbrella
- A light scarf or pashmina
- Loop earplugs: these are always handy when there is a lot of noise pollution or to sleep at night
I absolutely love these earplugs, they are so comfy and so practical when you travel.
- Jewellery – don’t take anything too valuable since unfortunately there are a lot of pickpockets in Paris.
This is ideal as it's a pashmina you can use as a scarf as well.
It's perfect for the type of weather you'll have in october in Paris, just enough to add that extra bit of warmth without being too warm.
Electronics
- International adapter (France uses type C and E sockets)
- Phone charger
- Headphones
- Power bank
- Camera
This is ideal if you are planning on visiting more than one country since you get US, Europe, Australia and UK plugs.
Paperwork
- Passport
- Travel Insurance
- Cash and/or Revolut / Transferwise card
- Bank card
If you want to add a cute accessory, this passport holder is Paris themed and so cute!!
Things To Leave At Home
- Shorts
- Summer dresses
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