Nord Weather & Climate: France

Climate by month across the Nord, France, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of the Nord

the Nord in France sees its peak temperatures in August (24°C (75°F)) and its coolest in January (7°C (45°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Lille, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In the Nord, the months of June, July, August and September bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 21°C (70°F) and 24°C (75°F).

The coldest months are usually in January, February and December.

When it comes to rainfall, the Nord maintains fairly consistent rainfall patterns throughout the year, with December seeing 75 mm (3 in) and April receiving 55 mm (2.2 in).

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for July, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore the Nord by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Nord — and find the best time to visit. (based on Lille)

Popular cities by month

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Lille Valenciennes Villeneuve d'Ascq Tourcoing Dunkerque Cambrai
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Climate map of the Nord

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Lille 8°C (46°F) 24°C (75°F) 2°C (36°F) 14°C (57°F) 782 mm (31 in) 1,631 hours
Valenciennes 8°C (46°F) 24°C (75°F) 2°C (36°F) 14°C (57°F) 822 mm (32 in) 1,631 hours
Villeneuve d'Ascq 8°C (46°F) 24°C (75°F) 2°C (36°F) 14°C (57°F) 785 mm (31 in) 1,631 hours
Tourcoing 8°C (46°F) 24°C (75°F) 2°C (36°F) 14°C (57°F) 797 mm (31 in) 1,631 hours
Dunkerque 8°C (46°F) 23°C (73°F) 3°C (37°F) 15°C (59°F) 782 mm (31 in) 1,743 hours
Cambrai 8°C (46°F) 24°C (75°F) 2°C (36°F) 14°C (57°F) 802 mm (32 in) 1,631 hours

Places in the Nord, France

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