Quick decision
When to visit Corsica?
🌞 Best time overall
July
🌡️ Optimal temperature
15°C–24°C in July
🌧 Least rain
23% rainy days in July
🌧 Wettest month
January (46%)
📅 Best score
8.6/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Beach & CalanquesJune–September — Bonifacio, Porto, Rondinara, turquoise Mediterranean waters.
GR20June–September — Europe's toughest trek, 180 km, 2 weeks.
Kayaking & CanyoningJune–August — Spelunca gorges, Tavignano canyons.
Wine & FoodYear-round — PDO charcuterie, cheeses, Patrimonio wines.
FamilyJune or September — safe beaches, fewer crowds, reasonable prices.
BudgetMay or October — ferries and accommodation -40%.
Monthly climate data
Corsica weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | -1°C | 5°C | 46% | 5.2 | 7.2h | 2.8/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 0°C | 8°C | 35% | 4.2 | 9.0h | 4.4/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 0°C | 8°C | 43% | 4.4 | 10.3h | 4.3/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 3°C | 12°C | 43% | 3.4 | 11.7h | 5.6/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 6°C | 14°C | 51% | 4.0 | 12.9h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 12°C | 21°C | 30% | 1.6 | 13.8h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 15°C | 24°C | 23% | 1.0 | 13.5h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 15°C | 24°C | 27% | 1.4 | 12.7h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 11°C | 19°C | 40% | 2.8 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ October | 8°C | 15°C | 38% | 4.0 | 9.6h | 6.3/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 3°C | 9°C | 47% | 6.1 | 7.8h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 0°C | 7°C | 44% | 5.7 | 7.5h | 3.9/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Challenging climate
Average 11°C, 46% rainy days, 11.6h sunshine/day. Score: 5.3/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 23°C, 27% rainy days, 13.3h sunshine/day. Score: 8.3/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Acceptable
Average 14°C, 42% rainy days, 9.5h sunshine/day. Score: 5.8/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Challenging climate
Average 7°C, 42% rainy days, 7.9h sunshine/day. Score: 3.7/10.
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FAQ
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July is ideal with 23% rainy days and 24°C.
January is the wettest month with 46% rainy days.
Yes, July is the best month with an average of 24°C.
In winter, the average score is 3.7/10. Difficult period — prefer the peak season.
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