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Caen Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Caen can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Caen can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C in July to a chilly 9°C in February.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 3°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Caen experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 811 mm yearly. The wettest period in Caen occurs in December, which receives around 82 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Caen experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 61 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Caen, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.2 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.0 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Forecast for Caen

Tue   Dec 24
13°C | 7°C
NW 5 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Wed   Dec 25
12°C | 9°C
W 4 m/s
0.2 mm
broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

Thu   Dec 26
11°C | 6°C
E 4 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

The best time of year to visit Caen in France

During the months of June, July, August and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Caen?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 24°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Caen?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Caen?
    December tops the wettest month list with 82 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Caen?
    September is the driest month with 61 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Caen?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 215 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.