Sancy Massif Weather in August

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

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Le Mont-Dore La Bourboule Chambon-sur-Lac Saint-Nectaire

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

What to Expect in the Sancy Massif in August

The Sancy Massif, France is a region in France. August in the Sancy Massif generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Le Mont-Dore. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in the Sancy Massif, France.

To explore the conditions in the Sancy Massif, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in La Bourboule with an average of 83 mm (3.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Saint-Nectaire with 95 mm (3.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in the Sancy Massif in August

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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 Sancy Massif

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

Temperature range in the Sancy Massif (August)

Precipitation variation in the Sancy Massif (August)

Le Mont-Dore

In August Le Mont-Dore generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Le Mont-Dore →

La Bourboule

In August La Bourboule generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in La Bourboule →

Chambon-sur-Lac

In August Chambon-sur-Lac generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
240 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chambon-sur-Lac →

Saint-Nectaire

In August Saint-Nectaire generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
240 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Saint-Nectaire →

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise

In August Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Le Mont-Dore 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
La Bourboule 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Chambon-sur-Lac 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Saint-Nectaire 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Murol 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)

The Sancy Massif weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Sancy Massif, France in August?

the Sancy Massif, France typically experiences perfect weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Le Mont-Dore average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Sancy Massif, France in August?

In Le Mont-Dore, the average daytime high in August is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does the Sancy Massif, France get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in the Sancy Massif, France. Le Mont-Dore averages only about 87 mm (3.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Sancy Massif, France?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit the Sancy Massif, France with overall perfect weather in Le Mont-Dore. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Le Mont-Dore. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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