Poitiers Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Poitiers.
Climate overview of Poitiers
Poitiers, Poitou-Charentes, France, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 27°C (81°F) and February dropping to 9°C (48°F).
Poitiers sees a moderate amount of rain/snowfall, totalling around 773 mm (30 in) per year. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 9.0 hours of daily sunshine.
Poitiers Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Poitiers — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Poitiers
Visitors to Poitiers can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 9°C (48°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 15°C (59°F) in August to around 2°C (36°F) during February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Poitiers
Generally, Poitiers experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 773 mm (30 in) yearly. Year-round, Poitiers has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, May, with 75 mm (3 in), and the driest month, July, with 48 mm (1.9 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Poitiers 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 Poitiers
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Poitiers. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.2 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Best Time to Visit Poitiers
The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 48 mm (1.9 in) and 75 mm (3 in). Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Poitiers
What is the best time to visit Poitiers?
May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Poitiers. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Poitiers?
Daytime highs range from 9°C (48°F) in February to 27°C (81°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 2°C (36°F) to 15°C (59°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Poitiers get?
Annual rainfall is around 773 mm (30 in). May is the wettest month with 75 mm (3 in), while July is the driest with 48 mm (1.9 in).
How sunny is Poitiers?
Poitiers receives around 1,988 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 269 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 66 hours.
Poitiers 3-Day Forecast
Poitiers 3-Day Forecast
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