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Best Time To Visit Europe

Plan your trip during best season to experience the best of this stunning destination

Europe may not be among the largest continents but it has highly varied geography. So, the climate of Europe is different as per the region from sunny Mediterranean isles to arctic Norwegian fjords. The best time to visit Europe changes as per geography and climate patterns across its 45 countries. Western Europe experiences an oceanic climate, southern Europe witnesses a Mediterranean climate, and Eastern Europe has a continental climate. This beautiful continent is truly a year-round destination for an ideal vacation, where any season is the best time to go to Europe. Travelers can narrow down travel dates as per the best time for Europe tour and things to do in Europe.  

June to August (14°C to 28°C): This is the most ideal time to visit Europe as the temperature in most of the countries in Europe is pleasant during this period. It is also the best time to enjoy sunbathing and swimming at the pristine beaches of Europe. July and August are generally the peak months of the country when many backpackers and tourists visit it to experience good and pleasant weather. This is also the peak season to enjoy a tour to various historical sites especially Acropolis, Eiffel Tower, and Roman Colosseum. Avoid visiting Mediterranian countries during this time as the temperature there becomes very hot and not ideal for sightseeing. It is the peak tourist season in Europe, hence the rates of the hotels and other places are generally high.

September to November (7°C to 14°C): These months witnesses autumn season in Europe and is the best time to visit countries like Belgium, Sweden, Spain, Paris, and the Netherlands. Various festivals are celebrated during this time of the year in Europe like Italy’s Alba White Truffle Festival, England’s Great Cornish Festival, and many other such festivals. This is also a great season to visit Mediterranian part of Europe.

December to February (7°C to -10°C): Winter season in Europe is chilly and the temperature drops to as low as -10°C resulting in snowfall. Europe’s weather in December is perfect for enjoying snowfall and adventurous activities like skiing and snowboarding. Markets and other hubs are in full bloom because of the Christmas and New Year festivities.

March to May(2°C to 18°C): This is the time when spring season prevails in Europe and it is the best time to explore Europe as the weather is just perfect with no extreme temperatures. The weather in Europe during May makes the continent fresh and alluring. Many music festivals can also be enjoyed during this time of the year in Europe.

Be it the coast of the Mediterranean or the alps in Italy, Europe in winter is as magical as any other destination in the world. Some destinations in Europe are notoriously expensive during the summer months due to busy season. In the shoulder seasons of Spring and Fall, the crowds are smaller and hotel prices are reasonable.

Festivals in Europe

Europe is a lively and mesmerizing continent with many traditional and fun-filled music festivals that are celebrated here. Festivals in Europe will add charm to your trip. Some of the best music festivals that are celebrated in Europe are Belgium’s Tomorrowland, Serbia’s Exit, Malta’s Earth Garden, UK’s Secret Garden Party, and Hungary’s Sziget Festival. Some other popular festivals celebrated in Europe are Carnival of Venice, St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland, Running of the Bulls in Spain, Cannes Film Festival, and Oktoberfest in Munich. Most of these festivals are celebrated between March and September.

Here's a detailed season-wise look at the ideal time to visit Europe:

Climate in Europe

Summer Season in Europe

Summer in Europe is considered the best time to visit Europe for holiday. Months of May through September are ideal to visit Europe. It is when the hotel and flight prices are reasonable, tourist attractions are less crowded, and temperatures are pleasant. The weather in Europe during summer months is by and large agreeable. Summer in Europe is not as sweltering as the summer in India. July and August are usually the most hotter and popular months to travel in Europe. Rome, Florence, Paris, London, and Madrid are popular places to visit in Europe in June. Although daytime temperatures are mostly bearable, except along the Mediterranean coast. Most outdoor festivals in Europe are celebrated in the summer season, making it the best time to travel to Europe. Also, several fairs and other cultural events in cities in Europe make summer the best season to visit Europe.

Weather Tip: Southern Europe is known for heat waves in the peak of summer season. So, keep hydrated and apply sunscreen to avoid UV exposure.

Monsoon Season in Europe

Monsoon in Europe is known as the Return of the Westerlies. The western winds from the Atlantic Ocean cause rainfall along North Atlantic coastline and in Scandinavian nations. The wet season in Europe usually lasts from October through March or April. While the areas in Alps Mountains witness rainfall in the summer season, lower regions in Europe experience rainfall in November and December. For those wondering when to go to Europe, rest assured as the shoulder seasons of spring and fall are also the best time to visit Europe on a budget. In these seasons, hotel rates and flight tickets are usually lower in most of the continent.

Weather Tip: Do not forget to carry light jackets or windcheater jackets as the weather can be unpredictable in monsoon.

Winter Season in Europe

Winter in Europe is a sight to behold. Whether it is skiing on the slopes of the Alps or Christmas vibes in Paris, winter is surely the best time to visit Europe for honeymoon. While the coldest temperatures are mostly found in Russia and Eastern Europe, milder winters in the continent can be enjoyed in Southern Europe. One should not look further than Europe in winter if one is looking to enjoy skiing and snowboarding in the Alps. Shopping in Christmas markets is a popular things to do in Europe in December. Travelers can explore glaciers in Norway, witness the Northern Lights in Iceland, and spend the New Year’s Eve in Vienna. Spring, from March to May, is also an ideal time to visit Europe as travelers can go on sightseeing, hiking, and other outdoor activities.

Weather Tip: Since the winter season is really cold in Europe, make sure to pack woollens for a trip to countries in Northern and Western Europe.

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    Mihir Gaur

    Delhi

    Mihir's 11 days trip to Europe

    I recently had the pleasure of working with Yeeshu to plan an unforgettable trip to Amsterdam, Paris, and Switzerland, and I couldn't be happier with the experience! From the very beginning, Yeeshu was incredibly attentive and helpful in crafting a detailed itinerary tailored to our preferences.
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    New delhi

    Ankit's 7 days trip to Europe

    Our recent trip to Thailand, meticulously organized by **Knowravel Holiday Services Private Limited**, was an absolute delight! From the moment we reached out to plan the trip to the last day of our journey, every detail was taken care of with precision and professionalism. A special thanks to th
    e **trip executors** who ensured a seamless and hassle-free experience throughout. Their attention to detail and prompt assistance made our vacation truly memorable. We would also like to extend heartfelt gratitude to **Ms. Priya and Mr. Anmol** for their constant support and guidance during the planning phase. Their personalized approach, helpful recommendations, and quick responses to all our queries added immense value to the entire process. Thanks to the team at Knowravel, we came back with wonderful memories and a rejuvenated spirit. We highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a well-curated travel experience!
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    Bhavana Chavan

    Bengaluru

    Bhavana's 10 days trip to Europe

    "Overall a very good experience, staff are very helpful with every detail being passed on to us. They guide you right from the beginning including planning, execution and through your journey. They keep a check on you for any issues during your travel as well. The plan/Itenary was explained in detai
    l, every detail listed out and zero problem with the bookings. One of the best travel experiences ever had so far.Europe trip to Amsterdam, Paris and Switzerland has been very memorable. Would recommend them if you want to travel with a certain budget, explore on your own and experience everything without having to worry about anything on your travel.
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    Hemali Sanghvi

    Bengaluru

    Hemali's 15 days trip to Europe

    Big thanks to the entire team for the great itinerary you provided us with! We were able to make the best use of the time we had in Paris and Switzerland doing all the things we wanted to do, owing to the greatly detailed itinerary customised for us. Have had loads of friends reaching out to appreci
    ate the way the trip was planned. Thanks for ensuring we had such a great time! Would definitely recommend the service to anyone looking to plan a trip tailor made to their preference. Looking forward to planning more trips with them in the future!
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    Shubham Shitole

    Pune

    Shubham's 16 days trip to Europe

    We planned Europe trip with Wise Yatra a few months back. They provided excellent support starting from curating the travel destinations as per our likings, visa process and detailed site visit plan. The team was very supportive and prompt with their responses during the entire process. The stays pr
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    Shreya Srinivasu

    Bengaluru

    Shreya's 4 days trip to Europe

    "I want to mainly put up the exceptional assistance of wise Yatra team throughout our whole trip planning, with patience and great attention to even tiny details. We wouldn’t be more satisfied and happier with their services. From start to finish, everything was smooth and hassle free only because o
    f their detailed iternary planning and great suggestions! I think this is one of the best team and agency I have ever come across as a traveller. All the hotels which they booked from their end was perfect be it the room wise, comfort wise, food wise, and mainly close to all public centres and transport which made it more easier for us to travel intercity, it saved time. The locality was too good. And I would suggest to go for the hotels which they recommend because it is very safe as well. Their pre booking assistance for all major attractions and activities was a great use to us. Everything was planned and organised perfectly by the team. To conclude, be it a group trip, or a solo travel, Wiseyatra is much recommended for anyone planning their trips!
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    Saharshjain

    Bengaluru

    Saharshjain's 8 days trip to Europe

    "A thousand thanks to wiseyatra first for making our trip so memorable. Still everyday I miss Paris and switzerland. We found WiseYatra via travel triangle and were in initial discussion about Paris and switzerland trip with them. We took passport and land package from them. I must say they are
    very professional and quite cheap when compared to other tours companies. Discussions: We had very long calls and frequesnt changes in plan regarding days and which cities or places to visit, they entertained all of them and made better plan on every change. We called them lot of times for testimonials and changes and they were happy to do it. They didnt force us for anything infact suggested better places than what we had in mind . Itinerary: simply the most detailed itinerary I have ever seen. Pictorial representation , bullet list of monuments. Hour wise itinerrary to make you aware of time because you will get lost in beauty. It was a long itinerarry with alternate mode of transports for every connection where possible. Properly given timetables of the trains and next trains that are availabel from your route. They also include scenic/panoramic trains and trust me those were really mazing. That itinerary is solid for few years of travel easily. Their itinerary is so flexible that we could sip or add few things or shuffle and still cover almost all the things. Hotels: We absolutely loved their hotel choices, very close to nature and close to transport places. In all 6-7 cities we had to walk hardly 100 meters for our hotels. In grindelwald we had to 5 steps for railway station. Not sure how they do it but they find the best and closest hotels with amazing view. In lucerne the hotel owner also gave us chocolates. Some of them had bath tub as well and amazin view of street and lakes. Trust me you will love them, close to market, close to transport system and inclusive of breakfast. In paris hotel we got free hot chocolate and sparkling water. Tickets: I must say all tickets we got were flexible and we had to shift paris boat ride to next day due to leg pain from walking. But all tickets were very good and do not forget to take a printout of each ticket. Mt.Titlis or Jugfrau all were flexible so incase weather is not good then also we can go next day. similarly the Swiss Pass was amazing as it gave us free pass to ride anything at any time which helped us in making good decision if something wasn't available or we had some time to kill. Support: WY was available for support at all times, they helped us with us for small queries as well like cash, card, disneyland metrsos, trains to Switzerland etc. Overall very supportive. Prices: The prices were quite cheap considering the trip to one of the most expensive countries in world. When compared to the time we spent and fun we had the price was super cheap. Plus since everything is pre-booked we didnt have to spend anything other than metro and food. I would definitely recommend wise yatra over any other travel service because we were free to do anything in the itinerary other travel we connected with offered us group tours for same rate where we were not able to spend time on a monument as per our wish. I would really recommend them. Infact for our next trip also I am going to go with them."
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    Karthikkrishna

    Mumbai

    Karthikkrishna's 8 days trip to Europe

    Had an amazing trip to Paris and Switzerland through Wise Yatra ! Amazing arrangements, swift response over WhatsApp on urgent queries, proper guidance before the start for trip. Highly recommended!
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    Rashmi C

    Bengaluru

    Rashmi's 7 days trip to Europe

    I wanted to share feedback on our recent trip to Europe, organized by your team. Overall, we had a well-managed and memorable experience, thanks to your thoughtful planning and clear communication throughout the process. Your assistance with visas and other travel arrangements was especially helpful
    and made the planning much smoother. With our busy schedule we wouldn’t have managed to have fine planning so well. That said, we faced a couple of challenges during the trip, particularly given that we were traveling with a young child. The itinerary felt quite packed, with long travel hours and ambitious sightseeing schedules. For instance, we often arrived at new destinations around 3 pm but were scheduled to visit attractions that closed as early as 4:30 or 5 pm. Having more information on these timing restrictions in advance would have been very useful in helping us navigate and plan accordingly. Thank you for your efforts in making this trip enjoyable and memorable. Your team did a great job, and we look forward to planning future trips with WiseYatra with these considerations in mind."
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    Malurkar

    Pune

    Malurkar's 7 days trip to Europe

    "Wise Yatra organised an amazing 8 days trip to Paris and Switzerland for us. We were traveling to Europe for the first time. Team provided a detailed customized itenary after discussing with us multiple times and considering our preferences.They chalked out a detailed documentation which takes care
    of every minute details like transportation availability, timings, nearest stations, google map links for sight-seeing and connectivity. This saved lot of our time in figuring out logistics. We appreciate their attention to these small details. Before the trip they had scheduled a call with us to walk us through the itenary in detail and cater to doubts if any. They were also available on whats app for guidance throughout the trip. The tour was meticulously crafted which included not only the popular destinations but also some other places which we would have not found over the internet otherwise. Apart from the actual trip, team helped us through the Visa Process and documentation as well. All accomodations provided by them were good and as per commitment. Overall a big shout out to the team for this amazing trip. Will definitely plan more trips with Wise Yatra and would recommend others as well.

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