What’s the climate like in France?
The current climate of France features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 27°C during the day to lows of 8°C. The average yearly temperature is around 18°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 1°C and in the warmer months around 16°C.
The highest temperature recorded in France in recent years was 42°C in July 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -3°C in January 2017.
On average, France gets 637 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 5,1 cm is snowfall. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate of France is based on weather data from Paris. Other spots, like Côte d'AzurCorsica, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in France for a full picture of the climate.
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Best time to visit France?
The best time to go for a sun holiday to France is May through October. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit France. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of France
The climate table of France shows the average temperatures, precipitation, snow, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 18°C
- Highest temperature: 27°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 8°C in January
- Precipitation*: 637 mm per year, averaging 53 mm per month
- Snowfall: 5,1 cm per year
- Driest months: 33 mm in July, 39 mm in February and 46 mm in April
- Wettest months: 70 mm in May, 62 mm in January and 62 mm in September
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in France
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in France. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in France
This graph shows how much precipitation France gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in France
This graph shows how much snow France gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in France
This graph shows the average UV index per month in France. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in France
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in France. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in France
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in France over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in France
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in France over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimetres, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Best Time to Visit France
France has regional differences: there is a Mediterranean climate in the south and wetter weather in the north. Most French businesses close between mid-June and August, as they all head for the sun in the south. Although as a tourist you will hardly notice this.
The best time to visit most of France is in spring (April to June) and autumn (September to November). The most reliable and sunny weather can be found along the Mediterranean coast and on Corsica. Here, the winters are short and the summer period is long and hot with good weather almost every day. Here, you will have a wonderful time in the summer.
Northern France is wet and unpredictable. The weather on the west coast and in the south is tempered by the proximity of the Atlantic Ocean. Central France and the east have a more continental climate, with cold winters and hot summers.
Winter sports in France
January, February and March are excellent months for winter sports in France. In this period, there is often fresh snow in Northern and Central France and the French Alps. The ski season usually lasts from the end of November to April. In the French Alps, you have the widest choice of resorts and the best snow conditions.
Weather experiences in France
The weather in France is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 5 visitors. Have you been to France? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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With temperatures below 10 degrees, it was difficult to plan outdoor activities. Fortunately, it didn't rain all the time, but make sure to bring warm clothes!— This text is automatically translated to English
There were days with glorious sunshine and pleasant temperatures around 20°C. On the other hand, rainy and cool days were not uncommon. Then a mix of everything.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in France by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for France. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
