August Rainfall and Precipitation in The French Riviera
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the French Riviera, France in August.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
The French Riviera precipitation in August: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does the French Riviera, France receive in August?
Cannes sees moderate rainfall in August, averaging around 26 mm (1 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in the French Riviera, France in August?
Expect around 5 days rainy days in Cannes during August.
Is August part of the rainy season in the French Riviera, France?
August is generally a drier month for the French Riviera, France, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in August in the French Riviera, France?
Based on our records, Grasse receives the most rainfall in the French Riviera, France in August, averaging about 43 mm (1.7 in).
What is the driest city in August in the French Riviera, France?
In our records, Saint-Tropez stands out as the driest city in the French Riviera, France for August, averaging just 20 mm (0.8 in).
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