Rennes Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Rennes, Brittany, France, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 25°C (77°F) and February dropping to 10°C (50°F).
Rennes sees a moderate amount of rain/snowfall, totalling around 782 mm (31 in) per year. The most sunshine falls in June, with an average of 7.2 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Rennes
Visitors to Rennes can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C (50°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) in July to around 3°C (37°F) during February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Rennes
Generally, Rennes experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 782 mm (31 in) yearly. Year-round, Rennes has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 78 mm (3.1 in), and the driest month, July, with 53 mm (2.1 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Rennes 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 Rennes
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Rennes. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.2 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Rennes by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 87%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Rennes 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Rennes
During May, June, July, August and September, Rennes experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 20°C (67°F) and 25°C (76°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 53 mm (2.1 in) and 70 mm (2.8 in). Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
