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Rouen Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

On this page, we’ll explore Rouen’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations, monthly averages, and other controlling factors.

Monthly Temperature Averages

Visitors to Rouen can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a warm 24°C in August to a cold 8°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 2°C in February.

The chart below illustrates the average day and night temperatures in Rouen throughout the year:

The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.

Annual Temperatures in France Compared

The map below shows the annual temperature across France. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Annual
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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

Rouen Temperatures Compared World Wide

Rouen’s average annual maximum temperature is 16°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.

Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.

How are these Temperatures Measured?

Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.

This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.

Temperatures in the Mountains

Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.

  • Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
  • Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.

For more detailed information about Rouen’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Rouen climate page.


Current temperature in Rouen

Tue   Dec 17
9°C | 6°C
S 6 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

Wed   Dec 18
13°C | 7°C
SW 7 m/s
2.9 mm
broken clouds and  chance of rain

broken clouds and chance of rain

Thu   Dec 19
12°C | 4°C
W 8 m/s
4.1 mm
partly cloudy and rain

partly cloudy and rain

Interested in more climate information?

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