Arras Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Arras, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 24°C (75°F) in August, while winters cool to 8°C (46°F) in January.
Arras sees a moderate amount of rain/snowfall, totalling around 790 mm (31 in) per year. July is the sunniest month, averaging 7.1 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Arras
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Arras. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 8°C (46°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) in August to around 2°C (36°F) during January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Arras
Generally, Arras has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 790 mm (31 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Year-round, Arras has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 78 mm (3.1 in), and the driest month, September, with 56 mm (2.2 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Arras Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Arras
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Arras. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.1 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Arras by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 90%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 78%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Arras 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Arras
During the months of May, June, July, August and September, Arras enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (65°F) to 24°C (75°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 56 mm (2.2 in) in September to 74 mm (2.9 in) in August. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
