Chinon Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Chinon is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Chinon, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in August to a chilly 10°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 2°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Chinon receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 758 mm. The wettest period in Chinon occurs in December, which receives around 76 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, July, Chinon experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 49 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
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Chinon, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.0 hours in July. 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
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 90%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. 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 Chinon in France
During the months of May, June 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 27°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 76 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 49 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 241 hours of sunshine.
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