Sangatte Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

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

Climate overview of Sangatte

Sangatte, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 21°C (70°F) in August, while winters cool to 9°C (48°F) in February.

With around 892 mm (35 in) of annual rainfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. November is the wettest month and April the driest.

Sangatte Weather by Month

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

Monthly Temperature in Sangatte

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Sangatte. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in August to a chilly 9°C (48°F) in the coolest month, February.

Nights vary from 16°C (61°F) in August to around 4°C (39°F) during the colder months.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Sangatte

Generally, Sangatte has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 892 mm (35 in) of rainfall annually. Sangatte offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month November (104 mm (4.1 in)) and the driest month April (53 mm (2.1 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Sangatte Precipitation page.

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

Best Time to Visit Sangatte

During the months of June, July, August and September, Sangatte enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 18°C (65°F) to 21°C (70°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.

Rainfall during this time ranges from 57 mm (2.2 in) in June to 76 mm (3 in) in September. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.

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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Sangatte

What is the best time to visit Sangatte?

July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Sangatte. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

What temperatures can I expect in Sangatte?

Daytime highs range from 9°C (48°F) in February to 21°C (70°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 4°C (39°F) to 16°C (61°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Sangatte get?

Annual rainfall is around 892 mm (35 in). November is the wettest month with 104 mm (4.1 in), while April is the driest with 53 mm (2.1 in).

Sangatte 3-Day Forecast

Sangatte 3-Day Forecast

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