Island of Ré Weather in August

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

Planning a journey to Island of Ré, France this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Island of Ré in August

Island of Ré, France is a region in France. August in Island of Ré generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C (72°F) in Ars-en-Ré to 25°C (77°F) in Rivedoux-Plage. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Rivedoux-Plage and 18°C (64°F) in Ars-en-Ré. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Island of Ré, France.

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

Precipitation

August is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 45 mm (1.8 in) in Saint-Martin-de-Ré.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Saint-Martin-de-Ré enjoys approximately 261 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Island of Ré by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Island of Ré - and find the best time to visit. (based on Saint-Martin-de-Ré)

Best Places to Visit in Island of Ré in August

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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 Island of Ré

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

Temperature range in Island of Ré (August)

Precipitation variation in Island of Ré (August)

Saint-Martin-de-Ré

In August Saint-Martin-de-Ré generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
261 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

La Flotte

In August La Flotte generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
261 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Sainte-Marie-de-Ré

In August Sainte-Marie-de-Ré generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
261 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

La Couarde-sur-Mer

In August La Couarde-sur-Mer generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
261 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré

In August Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
261 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Island of Ré, in France.

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 Island of Ré in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint-Martin-de-Ré 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
La Flotte 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Sainte-Marie-de-Ré 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
La Couarde-sur-Mer 23°C (73°F) 18°C (64°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Ars-en-Ré 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)

Island of Ré weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Island of Ré, France in August?

August in Island of Ré, France brings excellent weather. In Saint-Martin-de-Ré, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Island of Ré, France in August?

Daytime temperatures in Saint-Martin-de-Ré peak at roughly 24°C (75°F) in August, dropping to about 18°C (64°F) overnight.

Does Island of Ré, France get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Island of Ré, France during August, with Saint-Martin-de-Ré averaging close to 45 mm (1.8 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Island of Ré, France?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Island of Ré, France. Typically, the climate in Saint-Martin-de-Ré is excellent.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Saint-Martin-de-Ré. On the other hand, the month of December tends to have less favorable weather conditions.

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