Cherbourg Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Temperatures in Cherbourg experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons.
Days can be pleasant, while the cooler months tend
to be cold.
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
The climate in Cherbourg experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in August to a chilly 10°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 6°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Cherbourg receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 898 mm annually. The seasons in Cherbourg, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives high rainfall, with an average of 112 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 18 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 48 mm over 10 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Cherbourg 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
In Cherbourg, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.3 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.3 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
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The best time of year to visit Cherbourg in France
During the months of July and August 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 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 112 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 48 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 219 hours of sunshine.
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