5 Reasons Why You Should Be in Paris This April

The best months to visit Paris would be during June and July; however, if you are considering to go on an early vacation, try to schedule your trip this April instead. There are a lot of things to do in April in Paris despite being rainy season. If you are still indecisive, here are 5 reasons that will surely help you make your decision.

1. See Paris in full bloom!

Since April is already springtime in Paris, most parks and gardens located in the city center are in full bloom. You could spend the rest of your vacation in these parks and gardens or if you are adventurous, you could hop on a train or bus and head down to Versailles or Fontainebleau to visit the lovely gardens and chateaus located in these areas.

2. Neither too hot nor too cold.

It’s not too cold in Paris at this time of the year, but it is not too warm either. From time to time, it might rain suddenly and stop abruptly. The weather is very unpredictable in Paris during April, but the best way to adapt to these sudden weather changes is to wear something light and comfy (in case it gets warm outside suddenly) but make sure to wear something that will be useful against the rain, just in case it rains suddenly, as well. You might also want to bring a foldable umbrella wherever you go; after all, you can use the umbrella for shade in case it gets too hot.

3. Technically, it’s still low season.

For those who are fond of traveling, low season basically means that apartment rental companies are receiving little reservations and are often willing to hand out discounts to increase their booking. You could save a lot on your rental if you book for a long period this April.

4. Tons of events are scheduled during April.

Some of the events for this April include the Banlieue Bleues Paris Jazz Festival, Tim Burton's exhibit at the Cinematheque Francaise, and several others, mostly artsy in nature.

5. Best time to dress up.

Due to the weather’s unpredictability, you are not expected to wear the all-black attire most Parisians are known to wear. In fact, you might want to experiment with different styles that are ideal for wearing when it rains and when it’s hot outside.