Lorraine Weather in August

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

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Metz Gérardmer Nancy Plombières-les-Bains

Planning a getaway to Lorraine, France this August 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 Lorraine in August

Lorraine, France is a region in France. August in Lorraine generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 24°C (75°F) in Basse-sur-le-Rupt to 26°C (79°F) in Lunéville. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Lunéville and 13°C (55°F) in Basse-sur-le-Rupt.

For a closer look at conditions across Lorraine, France, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hagondange with an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) to high rainfall in Basse-sur-le-Rupt with 110 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Metz enjoys about 215 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Lorraine in August

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

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).

Popular Destinations in Lorraine

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

Temperature range in Lorraine (August)

Precipitation variation in Lorraine (August)

Metz

In August Metz generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
215 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Metz →

Gérardmer

In August Gérardmer generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
233 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Gérardmer →

Nancy

In August Nancy generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
215 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nancy →

Plombières-les-Bains

In August Plombières-les-Bains generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
233 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Plombières-les-Bains →

Xonrupt-Longemer

In August Xonrupt-Longemer generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
233 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Xonrupt-Longemer →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Lorraine, 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 Lorraine in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Metz 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Gérardmer 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Nancy 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Plombières-les-Bains 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Xonrupt-Longemer 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Épinal 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Lorraine weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Lorraine, France in August. The popular destination of Metz averages 26°C (79°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this summer month.

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

In Metz, the average daytime high in August is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

Does Lorraine, France get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Metz averages just 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Lorraine, France.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Lorraine, France?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Lorraine, France with overall perfect weather in Metz. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Lorraine, France is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Metz. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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