Poitou-Charentes Weather & Climate: France

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

Climate overview of the Poitou-Charentes

the Poitou-Charentes is one of several regions in France, with temperatures that range from 11°C (52°F) in January to 27°C (81°F) during the peak of August. We've based our full climate overview on data from Royan, the region's most prominent 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 Poitou-Charentes, during the months of May, June, July, September and October you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 27°C (81°F).

Precipitation in the Poitou-Charentes shows some seasonal variation. You'll find the most rain in November (88 mm (3.5 in)), while July tends to be drier (42 mm (1.7 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 Poitou-Charentes by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Poitou-Charentes — and find the best time to visit. (based on Royan)

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Royan Saint-Palais-sur-Mer La Palmyre Ronce-les-Bains Vaux-sur-Mer Poitiers
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Climate map of the Poitou-Charentes

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

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Royan 11°C (52°F) 27°C (81°F) 4°C (39°F) 17°C (63°F) 787 mm (31 in) 2,109 hours
Saint-Palais-sur-Mer 11°C (52°F) 27°C (81°F) 4°C (39°F) 17°C (63°F) 793 mm (31 in) 2,109 hours
La Palmyre 11°C (52°F) 26°C (79°F) 5°C (41°F) 17°C (63°F) 807 mm (32 in) 2,109 hours
Ronce-les-Bains 11°C (52°F) 26°C (79°F) 5°C (41°F) 17°C (63°F) 807 mm (32 in) 2,109 hours
Vaux-sur-Mer 11°C (52°F) 27°C (81°F) 4°C (39°F) 17°C (63°F) 791 mm (31 in) 2,109 hours
Poitiers 9°C (48°F) 27°C (81°F) 2°C (36°F) 15°C (59°F) 773 mm (30 in) 1,988 hours

Places in the Poitou-Charentes, France

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