Dunkerque Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Monthly Temperature in Dunkerque

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Dunkerque. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 8°C (46°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 15°C (59°F) in August to 3°C (37°F) in February.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Dunkerque

Generally, Dunkerque has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 782 mm (31 in) of rainfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Dunkerque enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 78 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation, while in April, Dunkerque receives about 53 mm (2.1 in). For more details, please visit our Dunkerque Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine Hours in Dunkerque

Dunkerque can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 7.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Humidity in Dunkerque by Month

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 93%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 84%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year