August weather forecast
France

August continues the summer trend in France with sustained warm temperatures across the country, although the heat is typically less intense than in July. The northern coast bordering the English Channel experiences average temperatures of about 20°C (68°F), with temperate maritime breezes tempering the summer heat.

The Atlantic Coast, including cities such as Nantes and Bordeaux, sees temperatures from 22°C (71.6°F) to 25°C (77°F), providing perfect conditions for beach activities and winery visits. The Atlantic breeze continues to offer a respite from the summer heat, making it an enjoyable time to explore these coastal areas.

Paris, along with other interior regions, often experiences high temperatures in August, averaging 26°C (78.8°F). As the summer progresses, the days remain long and clear, providing ample opportunities for sightseeing and enjoying the outdoors.

In southeastern France and Corsica, August temperatures are typically very high, with averages around 28°C (82.4°F). Coastal cities like Nice and Marseille continue to attract beachgoers, although the heat can sometimes become quite intense.

The alpine regions also continue their summer cycle, with temperatures in the lower areas frequently reaching around 23°C (73.4°F). The hiking and biking trails remain open, and the weather is generally favourable for outdoor activities.

The sea temperatures in both the Mediterranean and the Atlantic remain warm in August, with averages around 24°C (75.2°F) and 21°C (69.8°F), respectively. These conditions are ideal for swimming and other water activities.

Precipitation in August varies across the country, but generally, averages from 20mm (0.79") to 50mm (1.97"). The long daylight hours combined with the warm temperatures continue to make August a popular time to visit France, despite occasional summer storms, particularly in the mountainous regions.

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• Paris - August »
  In Paris during August, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. August in Paris brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.5°C (76.1°F), nearly identical to the preceding month.
• Marseille - August »
  August and September, with an average sea temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Marseille, France. The least humid month in Marseille is August, with an average relative humidity of 63%.
• Lyon - August »
  In Lyon, during August, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation. In Lyon, during August, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation.
• Toulouse - August »
  August is the least humid month in Toulouse, with an average relative humidity of 65%. In Toulouse, August is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and a low of 16.5°C (61.7°F).
• Nice - August »
  August is the month with the warmest seawater in Nice, with an average sea temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F). August tends to be the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and a low of 20°C (68°F).
• Nantes - August »
  August, marked by an average high-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) and a low-temperature of 14°C (57.2°F), is the warmest month in Nantes. In Nantes in August, during 10.8 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Strasbourg - August »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Strasbourg are April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 73%. August is the month when Strasbourg, France, sees the highest average temperatures, with a high of 24.9°C (76.8°F) and a low of 13.8°C (56.8°F).
• Montpellier - August »
  In August, in Montpellier, France, the rain falls for 6.5 days. In Montpellier, in August, during 6.5 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Bordeaux - August »
  August tends to be the warmest month in Bordeaux, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low of 16°C (60.8°F). August is the least humid month in Bordeaux, with an average relative humidity of 68%.
• Lille - August »
  August is the warmest month of the year in Lille registering average temperatures as high as 23.3°C (73.9°F) and as low as 14°C (57.2°F). The least humid month in Lille, France, is August, with an average relative humidity of 73%.
• Rennes - August »
  In Rennes, August is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 23.1°C (73.6°F) and a low of 12.6°C (54.7°F). August is the month when Rennes sees the highest average temperatures, with a high of 23.1°C (73.6°F) and a low of 12.6°C (54.7°F).
• Reims - August »
  The month of August sees the average highest temperatures in Reims reaching 24°C (75.2°F) at the peak and 13.8°C (56.8°F) at the low. August proves to be the warmest month in Reims, France, recording an average peak temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) and a minimum temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F).