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France Weather in July

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

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Planning a getaway to France this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in France in July

In July, France experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Tignes at 17°C (63°F) and very warm in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès and 7°C (45°F) in Tignes.

For specific regional insights in France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Bonifacio with an average of 5.8 mm (0.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Châtel with 199 mm (7.8 in).

Average sunshine

July brings good sunshine to many areas. Paris sees around 224 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in France - and find the best time to visit. (based on Paris)

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March13°C (55°F) April16°C (61°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September22°C (72°F) October17°C (63°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in France in July

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

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

Temperature range in France (July)

Precipitation variation in France (July)

Paris

In July Paris generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
224 hours
214 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Paris →

Cannes

In July 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 excellent that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
328 hours
297 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Cannes →

Nice

In July Nice generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
328 hours
297 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Nice →

Lyon

In July 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 excellent that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
254 hours
285 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
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Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

In July 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 good that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
275 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
152 mm (6 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
good
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Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Paris 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Cannes 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 20 mm (0.8 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) 152 mm (6 in)
Marseille 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Biarritz 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

France weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in France in July?

France typically experiences excellent weather in July, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Paris average around 26°C (79°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in France in July?

In Paris, the average daytime high in July is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 15°C (59°F).

Does France get a lot of rain in July?

Not particularly. Paris averages just 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain in July, making it a mostly dry month for France.

Is July a Good Time to Visit France?

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit France with overall excellent weather in Paris. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit France is in May, June, July, August and September with generally excellent weather in Paris. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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