Climate of Somme, France
Area-weighted average across Somme. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Somme, a subdivision of France, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 3.4°C / 38.1°F in January to 17.4°C / 63.3°F in August, with rainfall from 47 mm / 1.9 in to 69 mm / 2.7 in depending on the season (700 mm / 27.6 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 | 3.4°C38.1°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| February | 3.8°C38.8°F | 47 mm1.9″ | — |
| March | 6.4°C43.5°F | 51 mm2″ | — |
| April | 8.5°C47.3°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
| May | 12.4°C54.3°F | 57 mm2.2″ | — |
| June | 14.9°C58.8°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| July | 17.2°C63°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| August | 17.4°C63.3°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| September | 14.7°C58.5°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| October | 10.9°C51.6°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| November | 6.6°C43.9°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| December | 4.4°C39.9°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Somme?
Somme, France does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 17.4°C / 63.3°F, and the driest is February at 47 mm / 1.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Somme?
Somme, France has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 3.4°C / 38.1°F in January to 17.4°C / 63.3°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 700 mm / 27.6 in, with the wettest month being November (69 mm / 2.7 in) and the driest February (47 mm / 1.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Somme?
The hottest month in Somme is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.4°C / 63.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Somme?
The coldest month in Somme is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 3.4°C / 38.1°F.
When does it rain most in Somme?
The wettest month in Somme is November, averaging about 69 mm / 2.7 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 47 mm / 1.9 in.