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Villefranche-sur-Mer Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Villefranche-sur-Mer can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from 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 comfortable to chilly in Villefranche-sur-Mer. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 12°C during cooler months like February.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 5°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Villefranche-sur-Mer has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 877 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives high rainfall, averaging 136 mm of precipitation, recorded across 10 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 27 mm over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Villefranche-sur-Mer Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Villefranche-sur-Mer. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.8 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Monte Carlo, Monaco (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Monte Carlo, Monaco (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 13°C in February to 24°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Monte Carlo, Monaco (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Forecast for Villefranche-sur-Mer

Sun   Dec 22
15°C | 4°C
SW 10 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
14°C | 2°C
NW 5 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
12°C | 1°C
N 6 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Villefranche-sur-Mer in France

During the months of 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 12°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
    November tops the wettest month list with 136 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
    July is the driest month with 27 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Villefranche-sur-Mer?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 342 hours of sunshine.

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