France Climat and Average Météo
Climat of France: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climat in France month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mois | Max moyenne | Min moyenne | Précipitations | Évaluation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| janvier | 7° | 2° | 91 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| février | 11° | 5° | 92 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| mars | 14° | 5° | 62 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| avril | 18° | 8° | 47 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| mai | 21° | 11° | 97 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| juin | 25° | 15° | 71 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| juillet | 27° | 16° | 76 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| août | 27° | 16° | 71 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| septembre | 21° | 13° | 55 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| octobre | 17° | 10° | 87 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| novembre | 11° | 6° | 81 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| décembre | 9° | 5° | 55 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Climat type: Temperate. Source : Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in France
Élevéest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How France compares avec nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against France.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium | 264 km | 12°C | 1°C cooler | 843 mm |
| Brussels | 264 km | 12°C | 1°C cooler | 843 mm |
| Bruges | 269 km | 12°C | 1°C cooler | 878 mm |
| Brighton | 282 km | 12°C | 1°C cooler | 943 mm |
| Luxembourg | 287 km | 11°C | 2°C cooler | 880 mm |
Climat by city in France
4 cities mapped in this atlas
Climat by attraction in France
2 attractions mapped in this atlas
Climat by unesco world heritage site in France
2 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Climat by mountain in France
1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Meilleur moment pour visiter France
Go in avril, mai, juin, juillet, août and septembre. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: janvier, février and décembre – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for France
Today is slightly cooler than average for octobre. The forecast high of 13°C is 4°C below the 17°C typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 23 mm is forecast, which is enough à soak trails and slow traffic.
Rafales à 51 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in juin à août.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 17°C.
What à pack, what à skip
- A packable rain shell – 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints tandis que gusts stay above 51 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid janvier, février and décembre – historically the least comfortable months here.
Résumé
France est un pays d’Europe. France est un pays d’Europe dont la capitale est Paris. Sa population est d’environ 68 million. La capitale est Paris.
Actuellement, il fait 9°C (48°F) in France avec averses légères. La température ressentie est de 6°C. Aujourd’hui, les températures vont de 9°C à 13°C. La probabilité de précipitations est de 100%. Les conditions pour les visites obtiennent 5.9/10 – correct — adaptez vos activités à la météo.
La meilleure période pour visiter France is avril, mai, juin, juillet, août and septembre. Le climat est temperate. janvier, février and décembre sont généralement les mois les moins confortables. août est le mois le plus chaud, avec des maximales moyennes proches de 27°C, tandis que janvier est le mois le plus froid, avec des minimales proches de 2°C.
L’aéroport principal le plus proche est Paris Orly Airport (ORY), about 15 km away. Parmi les sites à proximité, citons Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, lun.t-Saint-Michel and Palace of Versailles.
En termes simples. Today is slightly cooler than average for octobre. The forecast high of 13°C is 4°C below the 17°C typical for this month. The best window à be outside is roughly 11 AM à 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in France today at 9.1/10. Rafales à 51 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about France
| Type | Pays |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordonnées | 48°51′23.8″N 2°21′7.9″E (48.8566, 2.3522) |
| Capital | Paris |
| Population | 68.000.000 |
| Area | 551.695 km² |
| ISO code | FR |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | FRA |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | French |
| Calling code | +33 |
| Fuseau horaire | Europe/Paris |
| Heure locale | 2:18 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Meilleurs mois | avril, mai, juin, juillet, août and septembre |
| Climat | Temperate |
Météo map for France
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Explore France
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Frequently asked questions
Where is France?
France est un pays d’Europe. Its coordinates are 48.8566, 2.3522. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in France maintenant?
It is currently 9°C (48°F) avec averses légères. Humidité is 77% and wind is 15 km/h.
When is the best time à visit France?
avril, mai, juin, juillet, août and septembre offer the most comfortable conditions in France, which has a temperate climate. janvier, février and décembre are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is France in?
France observes Europe/Paris (UTC+02:00). The heure locale is 2:18 AM.
How many people live in France?
France has a population of approximately 68 million.
What is the nearest airport à France?
The closest airports are Paris Orly Airport (ORY), 15 km away, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 22 km away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 313 km away.
What are the top things à do in France?
Popular options include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, lun.t-Saint-Michel, Palace of Versailles, lun.t-Saint-Michel and its Bay and Palace and Park of Versailles.
What places are in France?
France covers 9 places in this atlas, including Paris, lun.t-Saint-Michel, Palace of Versailles, lun.t-Saint-Michel and its Bay, Palace and Park of Versailles and Lyon.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) – coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Prévisions and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Qualité de l’air and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climat averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing – the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated octobre 24, 2026 at 2:18 AM heure locale. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
