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Contes Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Contes experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to cold weather. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Contes is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C during cooler months like February.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 3°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Contes receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 967 mm annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives high rainfall, averaging 136 mm of precipitation, recorded across 10 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, August brings less rainfall, with 42 mm over 7 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Contes 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 Contes. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.8 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Monte Carlo, Monaco (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Monte Carlo, Monaco (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 13°C in February to 24°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Monte Carlo, Monaco (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Forecast for Contes

Sun   Dec 22
14°C | 1°C
W 6 m/s
0.7 mm
partly cloudy and  chance of rain

partly cloudy and chance of rain

Mon   Dec 23
12°C | 0°C
NW 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
11°C | -1°C
N 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Contes 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Contes?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Contes?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Contes?
    November tops the wettest month list with 136 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Contes?
    August is the driest month with 42 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Contes?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 342 hours of sunshine.

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