Poitou-Charentes Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Poitou-Charentes, France in August.

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Royan Saint-Palais-sur-Mer La Palmyre Ronce-les-Bains

Planning a journey to the Poitou-Charentes, 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 the Poitou-Charentes in August

The Poitou-Charentes, France is a region in France. August in the Poitou-Charentes 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 28°C (82°F) in La Barde. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in La Barde and 18°C (64°F) in Ars-en-Ré. In the Poitou-Charentes, France, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Saint-Georges-dʼOléron with an average of 44 mm (1.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Brigueuil with 67 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Royan typically receives 261 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Poitou-Charentes in August

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

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 the Poitou-Charentes

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

Temperature range in the Poitou-Charentes (August)

Precipitation variation in the Poitou-Charentes (August)

Royan

In August Royan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°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 »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
261 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Royan →

Saint-Palais-sur-Mer

In August Saint-Palais-sur-Mer generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
261 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Saint-Palais-sur-Mer →

La Palmyre

In August La Palmyre generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°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)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
261 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in La Palmyre →

Ronce-les-Bains

In August Ronce-les-Bains generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°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)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
261 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ronce-les-Bains →

Vaux-sur-Mer

In August Vaux-sur-Mer generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
261 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vaux-sur-Mer →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Royan 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Saint-Palais-sur-Mer 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
La Palmyre 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Ronce-les-Bains 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Vaux-sur-Mer 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Poitiers 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 52 mm (2 in)

The Poitou-Charentes weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Poitou-Charentes, France in August?

August in the Poitou-Charentes, France brings perfect weather. In Royan, daytime temperatures are typically around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in the Poitou-Charentes, France in August?

Royan averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

Does the Poitou-Charentes, France get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Royan averages just 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for the Poitou-Charentes, France.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Poitou-Charentes, France?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to the Poitou-Charentes, France. Typically, the climate in Royan is perfect.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Royan. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be unpleasant.

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