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Châteauneuf-du-Rhône Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The climate in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Châteauneuf-du-Rhône, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C during cooler months like January.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 2°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Châteauneuf-du-Rhône receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 936 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives high rainfall, averaging 131 mm of precipitation, recorded across 11 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 40 mm over 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Châteauneuf-du-Rhône Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.8 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.0 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Montélimar, France (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Montélimar, France (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Forecast for Châteauneuf-du-Rhône

Tue   Dec 24
9°C | 4°C
N 8 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Wed   Dec 25
9°C | 3°C
NE 7 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Thu   Dec 26
8°C | 1°C
N 5 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Châteauneuf-du-Rhône in France

During the months of May 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:
  • When is summer in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône?
    November tops the wettest month list with 131 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône?
    July is the driest month with 40 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 325 hours of sunshine.

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