Monte Carlo Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Monte Carlo, Monaco, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) in August, while winters cool to 11°C (52°F) in February.
With around 862 mm (34 in) of annual rainfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. November is the wettest month and July the driest. It also has a distinct dry season from July to August. The sunniest month is July, with 11.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Monte Carlo
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Monte Carlo. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in August to a chilly 11°C (52°F) in the coolest month, February.
Nights vary from 21°C (70°F) in August to around 6°C (43°F) during the colder months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Monte Carlo
Generally, Monte Carlo has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 862 mm (34 in) of rainfall annually. The climate in Monte Carlo shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in November, the wettest month, with an average of 134 mm (5.3 in) of precipitation over 10 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 26 mm (1 in) of rainfall over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Monte Carlo 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 Monte Carlo
For those who appreciate different seasons, Monte Carlo serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 11.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 4.8 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Monte Carlo
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 13°C (55°F) in February to 24°C (75°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Monte Carlo 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Monte Carlo
During the months of May, June, July, August, September and October, Monte Carlo enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 26°C (78°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 26 mm (1 in) in July to 111 mm (4.4 in) in October. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
