Best Time to Visit Montpellier, Hérault, France
Montpellier is at its sunniest and driest in May–August.
The best time to visit Montpellier for sunny, dry weather is May–August — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through February–August and November; the wetter half falls in September–October and December–January. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 7.3°C / 45.1°F in January to 23.8°C / 74.8°F in July, with rainfall from 20 mm / 0.8 in (July) to 96 mm / 3.8 in (October). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Montpellier, Hérault, France's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Montpellier's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 16.9°C62.4°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 20.8°C69.4°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 23.8°C74.8°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 23.4°C74.1°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Montpellier?
The best time to visit Montpellier for sunny, dry weather is May, June, July, August. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 23.8°C / 74.8°F, and the driest is July with about 20 mm / 0.8 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Montpellier's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Montpellier?
The rainy season at Montpellier, Hérault runs through September–October and December–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 59 mm / 2.3 in. The wettest single month is October (96 mm / 3.8 in).
What is the driest month in Montpellier?
The driest month in Montpellier is July, averaging about 20 mm / 0.8 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 23.8°C / 74.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Montpellier?
The least comfortable months for travel to Montpellier — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 96 mm / 3.8 in in October, and the coldest month averages 7.3°C / 45.1°F.
Is Montpellier climate different from France overall?
Yes, usually. Our Montpellier figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our France figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Montpellier specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.