Challans Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Challans 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 Challans can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C in August to a chilly 11°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 4°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Challans experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 776 mm yearly. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, December, sees around 87 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, July, still receives a respectable 45 mm of rainfall.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
In Challans, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.6 hours in August. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 2.4 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 89%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Challans 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:
August has an average maximum temperature of 25°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 11°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 87 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 45 mm of precipitation.
August is the sunniest month with an average of 228 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.
