Rivesaltes Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Rivesaltes is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 13°C (55°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 19°C (66°F) in July to 4°C (39°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Rivesaltes receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 689 mm (27 in) annually. Rivesaltes can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 90 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation over 10 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 28 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation spread across 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Rivesaltes Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Rivesaltes can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 3.1 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Rivesaltes.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 84%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 64%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year