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Cherbourg Climate by Month

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 day and 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 averages reaching 6°C in February.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

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.

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

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.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Cherbourg?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Cherbourg?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Cherbourg?
    December tops the wettest month list with 112 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Cherbourg?
    July is the driest month with 48 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Cherbourg?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 219 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Cherbourg

    Sat   Nov 23
    14°C | 5°C
    SW 47 km/h
    12 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    16°C | 11°C
    S 54 km/h
    6 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    12°C | 8°C
    SW 32 km/h
    14 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain