Drôme Weather in August

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

Thinking about venturing to the Drôme, 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 the Drôme in August

The Drôme, France is a region in France. August in the Drôme generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with moderate precipitation. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Bourg-de-Péage at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Pierrelatte at 31°C (88°F). At night it cools down to 18°C (64°F) in Pierrelatte and 16°C (61°F) in Bourg-de-Péage.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Drôme, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Pierrelatte with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Bourg-lès-Valence with 60 mm (2.4 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Valence, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Valence enjoys approximately 292 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Drôme by month

Best Places to Visit in the Drôme in August

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

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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 the Drôme

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

Temperature range in the Drôme (August)

Precipitation variation in the Drôme (August)

Valence

In August Valence generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°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
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
325 hours
292 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Montélimar

In August Montélimar generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
325 hours
292 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
50 mm (2 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Bourg-lès-Valence

In August Bourg-lès-Valence generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°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
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
325 hours
292 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Pierrelatte

In August Pierrelatte generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
325 hours
292 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
50 mm (2 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Bourg-de-Péage

In August Bourg-de-Péage 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
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
288 hours
255 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 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 the Drôme in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Valence 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Montélimar 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Bourg-lès-Valence 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Pierrelatte 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Bourg-de-Péage 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)

The Drôme weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Drôme, France in August?

In August, the Drôme, France generally has perfect weather conditions. Valence sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in the Drôme, France in August?

In Valence, the average daytime high in August is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does the Drôme, France get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Valence averages just 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for the Drôme, France.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Drôme, France?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to the Drôme, France. Typically, the climate in Valence is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit the Drôme, France is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Valence. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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