ProvenceProvence
FranceClimate score
Average high: 23 °C 9 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: May, June, September, October
Best time to visit France
France covers 9 destinations in our climate comparison. Purely on climate, the most rewarding months across the region are June, August and September, when daily highs average around 24 °C. Climate averages, estimates and model scores are not a forecast.
Destinations in France, ranked by climate
Provence
CannesCannes
FranceClimate score
Average high: 25 °C 6 rainy days (est.) 21 °C sea
- Best months: June, July, August, September
NiceNice
FranceClimate score
Average high: 22 °C 6 rainy days (est.) 21 °C sea
- Best months: June, July, August, September
MarseilleMarseille
FranceClimate score
Average high: 22 °C 7 rainy days (est.) 16 °C sea
- Best months: May, June, August, September
CorsicaCorsica
FranceClimate score
Average high: 25 °C 4 rainy days (est.) 21 °C sea
- Best months: June, July, August, September
BordeauxBordeaux
FranceClimate score
Average high: 25 °C 10 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: June, July, August, September
ParisParis
FranceClimate score
Average high: 22 °C 11 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: June, July, August, September
AnnecyAnnecy
FranceClimate score
Average high: 21 °C 15 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: June, July, August, September
ChamonixClimate overview for France
The highest overall climate score in France goes to Provence (68/100). 4 of the 9 destinations are coastal, so beach and swimming weather is a key factor in the ranking below.
Pick a destination for its full month-by-month guide, or use the best months above as a starting point. If your dates are fixed, compare the individual destinations for that month; if you are flexible, June, August and September offer the most reliable conditions across France.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit France?
Climatically the best months across France are June, August and September. The ideal month still depends on the specific destination and your travel style.
Which destination in France has the best climate?
By overall climate score, Provence leads with 68/100 — see the full ranking below.