July weather forecast
France

July is the height of summer in France, with the entire country experiencing significantly warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine. The northern coast near the English Channel sees average temperatures around 20°C (68°F), offering balmy weather for outdoor activities and coastal exploration.

The Atlantic Coast, including cities like Nantes and Bordeaux, experience some of the warmest conditions of the year. Temperatures in these areas often reach 25°C (77°F), offering the perfect backdrop for enjoying the sandy beaches and local vineyards.

In the interior regions, including Paris, July brings some of the highest temperatures of the year, frequently soaring above 27°C (80.6°F). The clear, sunny days and warm temperatures offer excellent opportunities for sightseeing and enjoying the city's vibrant café culture.

The southeastern part of France and Corsica experience a true Mediterranean summer in July. Cities like Nice and Marseille see temperatures regularly rising to 29°C (84.2°F), and beach activities and coastal exploration become particularly popular. It is important to note, however, that heatwaves are not uncommon during this period, which can push temperatures even higher.

In the alpine regions, July sees the full bloom of summer, with temperatures in the lower areas frequently reaching 24°C (75.2°F). Many trails and hiking routes are open, offering stunning views of the verdant mountainside.

Sea temperatures in both the Mediterranean and the Atlantic reach their peak in July, with averages around 24°C (75.2°F) in the Mediterranean and 21°C (69.8°F) in the Atlantic. The warm waters are perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and other marine activities.

Precipitation in July is generally low, with averages between 20mm (0.79") and 50mm (1.97") across the country. The combination of long daylight hours, warm temperatures, and low rainfall makes July one of the most popular times to visit France. It is worth noting, though, that occasional summer storms can occur, particularly in the mountainous regions.

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• Paris - July »
  Paris's temperature records reveal July as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 24.6°C (76.3°F) and lows of 14.8°C (58.6°F). July, with its average high-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 14.8°C (58.6°F), holds the record as the warmest month in Paris.
• Marseille - July »
  The months with the most sunshine in Marseille are June and July, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine. June and July, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Marseille.
• Lyon - July »
  July is the least humid month in Lyon, with an average relative humidity of 65%. Lyon experiences its highest temperatures in July, with an average peak of 27.7°C (81.9°F) and a low of 16.6°C (61.9°F).
• Toulouse - July »
  July in Toulouse is synonymous with the city's summer heat, recording the highest temperature of the year at 27.8°C (82°F). In Toulouse in July, during 13.1 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Nice - July »
  In Nice in July, during 15.3 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nice, in July, the average water temperature is 23.2°C (73.8°F).
• Nantes - July »
  In Nantes in July, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. On the last day of July, in Nantes, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 21:41 CEST.
• Strasbourg - July »
  The months with the most rainfall in Strasbourg are June and July, with an average 56mm (2.2") of precipitation. April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Strasbourg.
• Montpellier - July »
  With an average relative humidity of 64%, July is the least humid month in Montpellier. In Montpellier, during July, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.
• Bordeaux - July »
  In Bordeaux, France, in July, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation. The month with the most sunshine in Bordeaux is July, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.
• Lille - July »
  July is the warmest month in Lille with the thermometer regularly reading between 13.7°C (56.7°F) and 23°C (73.4°F). In Lille, during July, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation.
• Rennes - July »
  The month with the most sunshine in Rennes is July, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine. As the heart of summer, July presents the highest temperatures registered in Rennes an average peak at 23°C (73.4°F).
• Reims - July »
  July, the city's warmest month, witnesses peak temperatures soaring to 23.7°C (74.7°F), making Reims a perfect summer retreat. The advent of July in Reims brings an average high-temperature of a warm 23.7°C (74.7°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month.