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France Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in France in August.

Thinking about venturing to France this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in France in August

The weather in France in August can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Val dʼIsère at 17°C (63°F) and very warm in Mas blanc des Alpilles at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Mas blanc des Alpilles and 7°C (45°F) in Val dʼIsère. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in France. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To explore the conditions in France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Pietra Longa Salvini with an average of 7.3 mm (0.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Châtel with 186 mm (7.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Paris gets approximately 214 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in France in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across France.

perfect weather
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in France

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in France?

Temperature range in France (August)

Precipitation variation in France (August)

Paris

In August Paris generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
214 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Cannes

In August Cannes generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
328 hours
297 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
26 mm (1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Nice

In August Nice generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
328 hours
297 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Lyon

In August Lyon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
285 hours
252 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

In August Chamonix-Mont-Blanc generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
275 hours
230 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: France August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in France in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in France reached 43°C (109°F) in Carcassonne on August 23, 2023.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in France in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Paris 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Cannes 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Lyon 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Marseille 32°C (90°F) 19°C (66°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Biarritz 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

France weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in France in August?

In August, France generally has perfect weather conditions. Paris sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in France in August?

Paris averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

Does France get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in France. Paris averages only about 62 mm (2.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit France?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to France. Typically, the climate in Paris is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Paris. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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