Sarlat-la-Canéda Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Sarlat-la-Canéda experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from warm days
to cold weather.
It maintains moderate precipitation patterns.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Sarlat-la-Canéda is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in August to a chilly 10°C in the coolest month, February.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 2°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Sarlat-la-Canéda receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 948 mm annually. Precipitation levels in Sarlat-la-Canéda remain relatively steady throughout the year. April has the most rain, with 95 mm over 15 days. In July, this drops slightly to 61 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.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
For those who appreciate different seasons, Sarlat-la-Canéda serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.6 hours of daily sunlight. 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 Sarlat-la-Canéda in France
During the months of May, June and September 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.
August has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
April tops the wettest month list with 95 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 61 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 250 hours of sunshine.
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