Provence, FranceQuick decision
When to visit Provence?
🌞 Best time overall
June
🌡️ Optimal temperature
17°C–29°C in June
🌧 Least rain
21% rainy days in June
🌧 Wettest month
December (25%)
📅 Best score
9.0/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
LavenderJune–July — Plateau de Valensole, Sénanque Abbey, peak mid-July.
Vineyards & RoséSeptember–October — harvest, wine route, Provence AOP rosé.
Hilltop & Ancient VillagesApril-May or September — Les Baux, Gordes, Pont du Gard.
Luberon HikingApril–June or September — Verdon Gorge, Montagne Sainte-Victoire.
FamilyJuly–August — colourful markets, lavender, Verdon Gorge.
Food & DiningYear-round — tapenade, herbes de Provence, truffles (December–January).
Monthly climate data
Provence weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 2°C | 11°C | 22% | 1.3 | 7.7h | 5.6/10 |
| ⛅ February | 4°C | 14°C | 20% | 1.4 | 8.9h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 5°C | 16°C | 26% | 2.0 | 10.2h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 8°C | 20°C | 26% | 1.9 | 11.8h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 12°C | 23°C | 30% | 2.3 | 12.9h | 8.1/10 |
| ☀️ June | 17°C | 29°C | 21% | 1.5 | 13.9h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ July | 20°C | 33°C | 7% | 0.6 | 13.7h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ August | 19°C | 32°C | 11% | 1.2 | 12.7h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ September | 15°C | 26°C | 19% | 2.6 | 11.0h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 12°C | 21°C | 25% | 3.5 | 9.2h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ November | 6°C | 14°C | 30% | 3.2 | 8.1h | 5.8/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 3°C | 11°C | 25% | 2.2 | 7.5h | 5.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 20°C, 27% rainy days, 11.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 31°C, 13% rainy days, 13.4h sunshine/day. Score: 8.5/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 20°C, 25% rainy days, 9.4h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 12°C, 22% rainy days, 8.0h sunshine/day. Score: 5.9/10.
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FAQ
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June is ideal with 21% rainy days and 29°C.
December is the wettest month with 25% rainy days.
Yes, June is the best month with an average of 29°C.
In winter, the average score is 5.9/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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