Provence, FranceQuick decision
When to visit Provence?
🌞 Best time overall
June
🌡️ Optimal temperature
63°F–84°F 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 °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 36°F | 52°F | 22% | 0.1in | 7.7h | 5.6/10 |
| ⛅ February | 39°F | 57°F | 20% | 0.1in | 8.9h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 41°F | 61°F | 26% | 0.1in | 10.2h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 46°F | 68°F | 26% | 0.1in | 11.8h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 54°F | 73°F | 30% | 0.1in | 12.9h | 8.1/10 |
| ☀️ June | 63°F | 84°F | 21% | 0.1in | 13.9h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ July | 68°F | 91°F | 7% | 0.0in | 13.7h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ August | 66°F | 90°F | 11% | 0.0in | 12.7h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ September | 59°F | 79°F | 19% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 54°F | 70°F | 25% | 0.1in | 9.2h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ November | 43°F | 57°F | 30% | 0.1in | 8.1h | 5.8/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 37°F | 52°F | 25% | 0.1in | 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°F, 27% rainy days, 11.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 31°F, 13% rainy days, 13.4h sunshine/day. Score: 8.5/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 20°F, 25% rainy days, 9.4h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 12°F, 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°F.
December is the wettest month with 25% rainy days.
Yes, June is the best month with an average of 29°F.
In winter, the average score is 5.9/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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