Saint-Louis Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Saint-Louis has a steady warm climate throughout the year.
The city has a dry climate with very low precipitation levels.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Saint-Louis temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in October to a comfortable 28°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 19°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Saint-Louis sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 155 mm of rainfall per year. The seasons in Saint-Louis, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 62 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 6 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.1 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Saint-Louis Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Saint-Louis enjoys sunny spells year-round. April sees up to 9.5 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Saint-Louis.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 81%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 44%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s to 6 m/s. It is lower in August and higher in March.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
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The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December.Other facts from our historical weather data:
October has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 62 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
April is the sunniest month with an average of 285 hours of sunshine.
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