Roussillon Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Roussillon can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very warm
to cold.
It receives mid-range precipitation levels.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Roussillon. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 11°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 1°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Roussillon has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 751 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives high rainfall, averaging 105 mm of precipitation, recorded across 10 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 24 mm over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Roussillon Precipitation page.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
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Roussillon. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.5 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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The best time of year to visit Roussillon in France
During the months of May, September and October 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.
July has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 11°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 105 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 24 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 371 hours of sunshine.
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