Roubaix Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Roubaix.

Climate overview of Roubaix

Roubaix, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 24°C (75°F) in July, while winters cool to 8°C (46°F) in January.

Roubaix sees a moderate amount of rain/snowfall, totalling around 796 mm (31 in) per year. It experiences warm summers and cold winters, creating some seasonal variation. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 7.1 hours of daily sunshine.

Roubaix Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Roubaix - and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Roubaix

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Roubaix. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 8°C (46°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) in July to around 2°C (36°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Roubaix

Generally, Roubaix has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 796 mm (31 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Year-round, Roubaix has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 77 mm (3 in), and the driest month, April, with 55 mm (2.2 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Roubaix Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in Roubaix

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Roubaix. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.1 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Lille, France (9 KM, 6 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Lille, France (9 KM, 6 Miles).

Humidity in Roubaix by Month

Best Time to Visit Roubaix

For comfortable weather, consider visiting Roubaix in June, July, August and September. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February and December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: June, July, August and September
  • Warmest weather: July and August
  • Most sunshine: June and July
  • Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Roubaix

What is the best time to visit Roubaix?

June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Roubaix. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Roubaix has warm summers and cold winters.

What temperatures can I expect in Roubaix?

Daytime highs range from 8°C (46°F) in January to 24°C (75°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 2°C (36°F) to 14°C (57°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Roubaix get?

Annual rainfall is around 796 mm (31 in). December is the wettest month with 77 mm (3 in), while April is the driest with 55 mm (2.2 in).

How sunny is Roubaix?

Roubaix receives around 1,631 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 213 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 51 hours.

Roubaix 3-Day Forecast

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