Provence · SummerMonth summary
Provence weather in August
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
19°C – 32°C
🌧 Rainy days
11% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.3/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (9.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Provence in August?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're looking for maximum sunshine — 12.7h per day on average.
❌ No if: you struggle with heat — temperatures regularly exceed 30°C.
Our take: Favourable conditions in August (8.3/10). June scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Provence in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in August
🎯 Ideal conditions for families — pleasant weather and outdoor activities accessible In the height of summer, Provence sees high temperatures (32°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Rain risk remains low (11% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (9.0/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | 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
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In August, Provence averages 32°C, 11% rainy days and 12.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.3/10.
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Comparison
August vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 9.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -3°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +10%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.2h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Provence in August
Is August a good time to visit Provence?
August is an excellent time to visit Provence (score 8.3/10). With 32°C, 12.7h of sunshine and 11% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Is it too hot in Provence in August?
Temperatures reach 32°C. It's intense but manageable with sunscreen and water. Sunshine: 12.7h/day.
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