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Orthez Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Orthez can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to mild. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Orthez. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in August to a moderate 13°C in the coolest month, January.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 4°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Orthez has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1052 mm of rainfall annually. Orthez offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between November (118 mm) and July (56 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Orthez serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 3.0 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Biarritz, France (63 KM, 39 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Biarritz, France (63 KM, 39 Miles).

Forecast for Orthez

Mon   Dec 23
11°C | 5°C
N 4 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
13°C | 6°C
SW 3 m/s
2.3 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Wed   Dec 25
13°C | 4°C
NE 3 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

The best time of year to visit Orthez in France

During the months of May, June, September and October 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:
  • When is summer in Orthez?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Orthez?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Orthez?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Orthez?
    November tops the wettest month list with 118 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Orthez?
    July is the driest month with 56 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Orthez?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 211 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.