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    Arles weather and climate

    Provence

    Arles weather and climate

     

    Day

    11 °C

     

    Night

    3 °C

     

    Sea

    12 °C

     

    Precipitation

    56 mm

    in month

     

    Rainy days

    6 days

    in month

     

    Daylight

    9 hours

    average

     

    Sunshine

    5 hours

    average

     

    Humidity

    77 %

     

    Day

    11 °C

     

    Night

    3 °C

     

    Sea

    12 °C

     

    Precipitation

    56 mm

    in month

     

    Rainy days

    6 days

    in month

     

    Daylight

    9 hours

    average

     

    Sunshine

    5 hours

    average

     

    Humidity

    77 %

    Overview: Arles
    The quaint town of Arles, located in France, is known for its generally mild and inviting climate throughout the year. Daytime temperatures vary, ranging from as low as 11 °C (52 °F) in the chilly months of January to the peak warmth of 31 °C (88 °F) during the sunny days of July. The balmy night temperatures reach their zenith in July at 19 °C (67 °F), while January nights are the coolest with readings dipping to 3 °C (37 °F). In terms of precipitation, July prides itself on being the driest month, accumulating merely 3 days of rainfall, whereas the April showers are most frequent, with precipitation occurring for up to 7 days of the month. Detailed weather statistics further corroborate the enjoyable temperatures and various weather conditions one may encounter across the different seasons in Arles.

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    Last week's weather in Arles

    The average temperature for the week of 25 November 2024 - 1 December 2024 was 16 °C (61 °F) during the day and 7 °C (45 °F) during the night. Both the daily and night temperatures in Arles are slightly above the long-term average, which is around 13 °C (55 °F) and 5 °C (41 °F) respectively. The average temperatures during different times of day (local time) were following: 7am 8 °C (46 °F), 10am 11 °C (52 °F), 1pm 15 °C (59 °F), 4pm 16 °C (61 °F), 7pm 11 °C (52 °F), 10pm 10 °C (50 °F).

    The week had 5 days without rain and 2 days with light rain. Arles received 4 mm (0.16 in) of precipitation throughout the week, which is below its long-term average of 15 mm (0.59 in). On average, the cloud coverage during daylight hours (from dawn to dusk) was 24 %. The meteorological event(s) that occurred was: mist.

    Average speed of wind was 3.2 m/s. North was the dominant wind direction(s). The air pressure was 1017 hpa - 1029 hpa. The average air humidity was 81 % in Arles.

    On average, there were 7.5 hours clear skies and 2.5 hours overcast skies during the daytime (from dawn to dusk). On average, the time of sunrise was 07:52, and the time of sunset was 17:07.

    Weather overview for Arles

    Weather overview

    The quaint town of Arles, located in France, is known for its generally mild and inviting climate throughout the year. Daytime temperatures vary, ranging from as low as 11 °C (52 °F) in the chilly months of January to the peak warmth of 31 °C (88 °F) during the sunny days of July. The balmy night temperatures reach their zenith in July at 19 °C (67 °F), while January nights are the coolest with readings dipping to 3 °C (37 °F). In terms of precipitation, July prides itself on being the driest month, accumulating merely 3 days of rainfall, whereas the April showers are most frequent, with precipitation occurring for up to 7 days of the month. Detailed weather statistics further corroborate the enjoyable temperatures and various weather conditions one may encounter across the different seasons in Arles.

    January weather

    In January, Arles experiences its lowest daytime temperatures, averaging around 11 °C (52 °F), while night temperatures also hit their minimum. Sunlight hours are on an uptick, hinting at longer days ahead. Humidity levels peak this month.

    February weather

    As February unfolds, Arles sees a slight rise in daytime temperatures, reaching up to 13 °C (55 °F). Sunshine hours gently increase, averaging 5 hours. A noticeable decrease in rainfall amounts begins.

    March weather

    March heralds a pleasant increase in both day 17 °C (62 °F) and night temperatures 6 °C (43 °F) in Arles. The length of sunlit hours extends further, now at 6 hours. The local wind speeds hit their highest point during this month.

    April weather

    With the arrival of April, Arles begins to buzz with tourist activity. Daytime warmth increases to 19 °C (66 °F), and nights grow milder at 9 °C (47 °F). Rainy days peak, but so do the hours of sunlight, which are now 8 hours.

    May weather

    Tourism steadily continues into May, with days growing warmer at 23 °C (74 °F) and nights more comfortable at 13 °C (55 °F). Rainy days begin to decrease, now numbering 6 days, paralleled by a decline in total rainfall.

    June weather

    June sees a further escalation in both day 28 °C (82 °F) and night 16 °C (61 °F) temperatures. As the high tourist season unfolds, the reduction of rainy days continues and the total rainfall lowers as well.

    July weather

    The zenith of the tourist season in July marks Arles at its warmest, with scorching daytime temperatures 31 °C (88 °F) and very mild nights 19 °C (67 °F). Rainfall hits a yearly low, and sunlight hours peak.

    August weather

    The warm weather holds in August, albeit with a slight dip in temperatures compared to July. This month marks the onset of a moderate increase in rainfall amounts.

    September weather

    September's mild temperatures herald the slow winding down of Arles' tourist season. Daytime warmth is still abundant, rain patterns pick up slightly, and daylight hours begin to shorten.

    October weather

    In October, visitors can still enjoy Arles with diminishing day 21 °C (69 °F) and night 12 °C (53 °F) temperatures. Rainy days are on the rise, reaching one of their annual highs.

    November weather

    November brings a marked decrease in temperatures along with the continuation of the descent in rainfall amount. Shorter daylight hours and sun presence are notable as the winter approaches.

    December weather

    December sees a continuation of the cooling trend in Arles, with daytime and nighttime temperatures dropping further. Rainy days begin to lessen, and the shortest days of the year limit the hours of sunshine.

    FAQs

    What is the average number of hours with sunshine in January?

    On average, January in Arles provides around 5 hours of sunshine each day.

    How does the relative humidity in February compare to January in Arles?

    Relative humidity in February experiences a slight decrease, with an average around 73 % compared to January's peak.

    Is the wind speed in March generally high in Arles?

    Yes, March observes the highest average wind speeds in Arles, with values around 5 m/s.

    What change occurs in the amount of rainfall in Arles during April?

    April sees the most rainfall compared to other months, with rain persisting for approximately 7 days.

    How does rainfall in May differ from that in April in Arles?

    Rainfall in May decreases both in frequency, averaging 6 days of rain, and in volume, with about 53 mm (2.08 in) accumulated.

    What is the sea temperature like in June, and is it favorable for swimming?

    In June, the sea temperature near Arles is typically 19 °C (66 °F), which may be slightly cool for some swimmers but refreshing for others.

    How does the number of rainy days in July compare to other months in Arles?

    July typically has the fewest rainy days in Arles, with an average of just 3 days.

    Is August in Arles characterized by a significant increase in rainfall?

    While August in Arles does see a rise in rainfall, with an average of 39 mm (1.55 in), it is not a steep increase compared to drier months.

    How does the amount of sunshine in September change from the summer months in Arles?

    In September, Arles experiences a decrease in daily sunshine hours to about 8 hours.

    Are there many rainy days to expect in October, and does this affect outdoor activities?

    October sees a noticeable increase in rainy days, averaging 7 days, which may require occasional adjustments to outdoor plans.

    As winter nears, does the decrease in temperatures affect the wind conditions in Arles during November?

    Even with falling temperatures, the wind speed in November remains fairly constant in Arles, averaging 4 m/s.

    With the approach of winter, how do weather conditions in December affect outdoor daylight activities?

    The reduced daylight hours in December, averaging around 4 hours of sunshine, mean outdoor activities may need to be planned for earlier in the day.

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