BnF Museum
Museum Museum of the French national library's historical collections
The Bibliothèque nationale de France’s museum spaces host rotating displays of manuscripts, prints and early books from the national collection; scholars and readers attend exhibitions in Paris.
How to Get to BnF Museum #
Multiple sites in Paris: the François-Mitterrand site (13th arrondissement) is served by Quai de la Gare (metro) and Bibliothèque François-Mitterrand (RER C). The Richelieu location is in the city center near Palais-Royal and Châtelet metro stations.
Tips for Visiting BnF Museum #
- Exhibitions change-check the BnF Museum schedule on the Bibliothèque nationale de France website before visiting.
- Plan time to walk through the Richelieu and François-Mitterrand sites of the BnF to see reading rooms, galleries and the library's modern architecture.
- Photography rules can be strict in reading rooms and certain displays-ask staff for permission.
Best Time to Visit BnF Museum #
Visit outside peak summer months for quieter galleries; check exhibition schedules for special displays.
Weather & Climate near BnF Museum #
BnF Museum's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (697 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 67 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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