City in French Riviera, France
Cannes weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Cannes
May–June and September–October are warm with calmer beaches. Film festival in May and MIPIM in March spike prices; July–August is crowded.
Cannes weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan12°58 mm
- Feb12°55 mm
- Mar15°62 mm
- Apr18°56 mm
- May22°52 mm
- Jun27°29 mm
- Jul30°14 mm
- Aug30°20 mm
- Sep26°50 mm
- Oct21°98 mm
- Nov16°126 mm
- Dec13°84 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C54°F | 7°C44°F | 58 mm | 75% | Cool |
| February | 12°C54°F | 7°C44°F | 55 mm | 73% | Cool |
| March | 15°C59°F | 9°C48°F | 62 mm | 73% | Cool |
| April | 18°C65°F | 12°C53°F | 56 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| May | 22°C72°F | 15°C59°F | 52 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| June | 27°C81°F | 20°C67°F | 29 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| July | 30°C87°F | 22°C72°F | 14 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C86°F | 22°C72°F | 20 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| September | 26°C78°F | 19°C66°F | 50 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C70°F | 15°C59°F | 98 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| November | 16°C61°F | 11°C52°F | 126 mm | 76% | Cool |
| December | 13°C55°F | 8°C46°F | 84 mm | 75% | Cool |
Best months across France
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Paris | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Nice | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Provence | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| French Riviera | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Lyon | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Marseille | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Bordeaux | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Cannes | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Strasbourg | May–Jun, Sep–Oct, Dec | Jul (27°C) |
| Chamonix | Jun–Sep, Dec–Mar | Jul (22°C) |
| Annecy | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Corsica | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Aix-en-Provence | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Toulouse | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Loire Valley | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (27°C) |
| Normandy | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Montpellier | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Avignon | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Biarritz | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Colmar | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (27°C) |
| Saint-Tropez | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (30°C) |
| Antibes | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Nantes | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Lille | May–Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Carcassonne | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Brittany | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Dordogne | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Cannes?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and September–October are warm with calmer beaches. Film festival in May and MIPIM in March spike prices; July–August is crowded.
When is the rainy season in Cannes?
Rain peaks in November with about 126 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Cannes?
July, with average highs of 30°C (87°F).
How cold does Cannes get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 7°C (44°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.