Climate of Calvados, France
Area-weighted average across Calvados. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Calvados, a subdivision of France, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 5°C / 41°F in January to 17.5°C / 63.5°F in August, with rainfall from 46 mm / 1.8 in to 85 mm / 3.3 in depending on the season (774 mm / 30.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C41°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| February | 5.3°C41.5°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| March | 7.3°C45.1°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| April | 8.9°C48°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| May | 12.3°C54.1°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| June | 15°C59°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| July | 17.2°C63°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.5°C63.5°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 15.2°C59.4°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| October | 11.9°C53.4°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| November | 8.1°C46.6°F | 83 mm3.3″ | — |
| December | 6°C42.8°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Calvados?
The best months to visit Calvados, France for sunny, dry weather are July, August. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 17.5°C / 63.5°F, and the driest is August with about 46 mm / 1.8 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Calvados?
Calvados, France has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 5°C / 41°F in January to 17.5°C / 63.5°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 774 mm / 30.5 in, with the wettest month being December (85 mm / 3.3 in) and the driest August (46 mm / 1.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Calvados?
The hottest month in Calvados is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.5°C / 63.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Calvados?
The coldest month in Calvados is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 5°C / 41°F.
When does it rain most in Calvados?
The wettest month in Calvados is December, averaging about 85 mm / 3.3 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 46 mm / 1.8 in.