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Castres Weather in August

August in Castres brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 27°C (81°F) and nights around 16°C (61°F). Rainfall is at its lowest this month, making it one of the more reliable months to be outdoors.

Rainfall in Castres in August

You can expect the least amount of rain of the year this month, making it perfect for outdoor events and activities. Typically, you can expect about 9 days of rain this month, with 63 mm (2.5 in) on average. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Castres in August

The excellent temperature in Castres in August makes it a solid month to visit, with 27°C (81°F) during the day and 16°C (61°F) at night. The summer season is characteristic of August. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights drop to around 16°C (61°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable. It's the warmest month of the year on average, so summer clothing is the way to go.

Sunshine in Castres in August

The month enjoys around 261 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a good time to visit Castres.

Castres Temperature in August

Min Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Max Temperature
27°C (81°F)
Chance of Rain
31%
Precipitation
63 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
261 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Carcassonne, France (44 KM, 27 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Castres in August

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Castres in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    9/10
  • Cycling
    8/10
  • Walking
    8/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    8/10

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