Rouen weather in August (Upper Normandy, France)

What is the weather forecast for Rouen in August? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The weather in Rouen is usually perfect in August, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a notable month of the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 24°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 14°C. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.

Precipitation

Rouen in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 195 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rouen climate page with graphs.

 

Rouen, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 24°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 67 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 80%  

Sunshine 195 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in France in August

Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Rouen, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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