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Picardy Weather in August

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

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Amiens Saint-Valery-sur-Somme Quend Beauvais

Planning a trip to Picardy, France this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Picardy in August

Picardy, France is a region in France. August in Picardy generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Quend-Plage at 22°C (72°F) to warm in Ermenonville at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Ermenonville and 15°C (59°F) in Quend-Plage. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Picardy, France.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Coye-la-Forêt with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Mers-les-Bains with 81 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Amiens sees close to 208 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Picardy by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Picardy - and find the best time to visit. (based on Amiens)

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March12°C (54°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September21°C (70°F) October16°C (61°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit Picardy →

Best Places to Visit in Picardy in August

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

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 Picardy

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

Temperature range in Picardy (August)

Precipitation variation in Picardy (August)

Amiens

In August Amiens generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
208 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Amiens →

Saint-Valery-sur-Somme

In August Saint-Valery-sur-Somme generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
208 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme →

Quend

In August Quend generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
208 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Quend →

Beauvais

In August Beauvais generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
214 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Beauvais →

Le Crotoy

In August Le Crotoy generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
208 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Le Crotoy →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amiens 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Saint-Valery-sur-Somme 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Quend 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Beauvais 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Le Crotoy 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Mers-les-Bains 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Picardy weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Picardy, France typically experiences excellent weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Amiens average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Amiens peak at roughly 24°C (75°F) in August, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

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

August is on the drier side in Picardy, France. Amiens averages only about 70 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Picardy, France?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Picardy, France with overall excellent weather in Amiens.

On average, the best time to visit Picardy, France is in June, July, August and September with generally excellent weather in Amiens. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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