Cannes, FranceQuick decision
When to visit Cannes?
🌞 Best time overall
July
🌡️ Optimal temperature
70°F–84°F in July
🌧 Least rain
8% rainy days in July
🌧 Wettest month
January (21%)
📅 Best score
9.6/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Cannes Film FestivalMay — red carpet ascent, Croisette buzz, open-air screenings.
Beaches & La CroisetteJun–Sep — public and private beaches, 24°C water.
Lérins IslandsApr–Oct — 15 min by boat, Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat.
Forville Market & Le Suquet barsYear-round — Provençal market, Michelin-starred restaurants, old quarter.
Monthly climate data
Cannes weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 43°F | 55°F | 21% | 0.1in | 8.8h | 6.6/10 |
| ⛅ February | 45°F | 57°F | 23% | 0.1in | 9.7h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 46°F | 61°F | 22% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 50°F | 64°F | 24% | 0.1in | 12.6h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 57°F | 70°F | 31% | 0.1in | 13.1h | 7.8/10 |
| ☀️ June | 66°F | 79°F | 18% | 0.1in | 14.7h | 9.3/10 |
| ☀️ July | 70°F | 84°F | 8% | 0.0in | 14.5h | 9.6/10 |
| ☀️ August | 72°F | 84°F | 10% | 0.0in | 13.0h | 9.2/10 |
| ☀️ September | 64°F | 79°F | 18% | 0.1in | 11.2h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 59°F | 72°F | 25% | 0.2in | 10.0h | 7.7/10 |
| ⛅ November | 50°F | 63°F | 33% | 0.2in | 8.9h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ December | 43°F | 57°F | 22% | 0.1in | 8.7h | 6.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 18°F, 26% rainy days, 12.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 28°F, 12% rainy days, 14.1h sunshine/day. Score: 9.4/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 22°F, 25% rainy days, 10.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.8/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 14°F, 22% rainy days, 9.1h sunshine/day. Score: 6.8/10.
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Tip : January, February offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.
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FAQ
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July is ideal with 8% rainy days and 29°F.
January is the wettest month with 21% rainy days.
Yes, July is the best month with an average of 29°F.
In winter, the average score is 6.8/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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