Périgueux Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Périgueux 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 reasonable amount of rain/snowfall.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Périgueux, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 10°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 2°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Périgueux receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 925 mm. Périgueux experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 91 mm in April, the wettest month, and 54 mm in July, the driest month.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
Périgueux can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 8.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.6 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
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7 m/s
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4 m/s
The best time of year to visit Périgueux 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:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
August has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
April tops the wettest month list with 91 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 54 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 250 hours of sunshine.
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