Poitou-Charentes Weather in February

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

Planning a journey to the Poitou-Charentes, France this February 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 February

The Poitou-Charentes, France is a region in France. February in the Poitou-Charentes generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation. February falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Brigueuil at 10°C (50°F) to mild in La Barde at 13°C (55°F). At night it cools down to 3°C (37°F) in La Barde and 2°C (36°F) in Brigueuil.

For a closer look at conditions across the Poitou-Charentes, France, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Thouars with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Roussines with 83 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Royan gets approximately 116 hours of sunlight in February, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore the Poitou-Charentes by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Poitou-Charentes — and find the best time to visit. (based on Royan)

Best Places to Visit in the Poitou-Charentes in February

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

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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 the Poitou-Charentes

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

Temperature range in the Poitou-Charentes (February)

Precipitation variation in the Poitou-Charentes (February)

Royan

In February Royan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
116 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Saint-Palais-sur-Mer

In February Saint-Palais-sur-Mer generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
116 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

La Palmyre

In February La Palmyre generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
116 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Ronce-les-Bains

In February Ronce-les-Bains generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
116 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Vaux-sur-Mer

In February Vaux-sur-Mer generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
116 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Poitou-Charentes in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Royan 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Saint-Palais-sur-Mer 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
La Palmyre 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Ronce-les-Bains 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Vaux-sur-Mer 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Poitiers 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

The Poitou-Charentes weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

In February, the Poitou-Charentes, France generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Royan sees daytime temperatures near 12°C (54°F), with nights cooling to roughly 4°C (39°F).

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

Royan averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in February, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

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

Not particularly. Royan averages just 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for the Poitou-Charentes, France.

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

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit the Poitou-Charentes, France due to the typically unpleasant weather in Royan.

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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