Poitiers weather and climate
Poitiers weather and climate
Day
22 °C
Night
11 °C
Precipitation
53 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
78 %
Day
22 °C
Night
11 °C
Precipitation
53 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
78 %
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Weather overview
Poitiers (France) is a place with a mild climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 8 °C (46 °F) in January to 26 °C (78 °F) in July. The driest month is August with just 7 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is January with 11 days of rain. Temperatures during the night go from 2 °C (35 °F) in January to 14 °C (58 °F) in July.
January weather
The minimum of the day temperature can be noticed in Poitiers, and the night temperature is on its minimum too, its value is 2 °C (35 °F). The maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, the value of this measure is 11 days, while the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 64 mm (2.50 in). The maximum of the wind speed is observable, with its value of 4.
February weather
The day temperature rise's start could be observed, with its value of 9 °C (49 °F) in Poitiers. The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, with its value being 10 days, while the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, the value of this measure is 49 mm (1.93 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed in this month.
March weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value being 14 °C (56 °F) in Poitiers, while the night temperature starts to rise, the value of this measure is 3 °C (38 °F). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 5 hours. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, the value of this measure is 10 days.
April weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 16 °C (61 °F) in Poitiers, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value of 5 °C (42 °F). The beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed in April. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 6 hours.
May weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value being 20 °C (68 °F) in Poitiers, and the night temperature continues to rise as well, the value of this measure is 9 °C (48 °F). The tourist season is at its beginning. The rise of the rainfall amount can be observed, with its value of 67 mm (2.64 in), while the beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, the value of this measure is 11 days. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed.
June weather
The tourist season is taking place in Poitiers. The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 24 °C (74 °F), and the night temperature continues to rise as well, with its value of 12 °C (53 °F). The rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, with its value of 51 mm (2.02 in), and the number of rainy days descent's start could be observed too in this month. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 8 hours.
July weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable this month in Poitiers. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 7 days. The maximum of the day temperature can be noticed, with its value of 26 °C (78 °F), and the night temperature reaches its maximum too, with its value of 14 °C (58 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its maximum in this month. The minimum of the humidity is observable, the value of this measure is 71 %.
August weather
The tourist season is taking place in Poitiers, and the ongoing dry season is noticeable as well this month. The rainfall amount reaches its minimum, with its value being 41 mm (1.63 in), and the number of rainy days reaches its minimum as well in August. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed in this month. The minimum of the wind speed is observable in this month.
September weather
The tourist season is close to its peak this month in Poitiers. The day temperature descent's start could be observed, with its value being 22 °C (71 °F), and the night temperature starts to descent as well in this month. The number of rainy days starts to rise, with its value being 8 days, and the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed too, with its value of 53 mm (2.08 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 6 hours.
October weather
The day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 17 °C (63 °F) in Poitiers, and the descent of the night temperature can be observed too, the value of this measure is 9 °C (47 °F). The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 10 days, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed too, the value of this measure is 72 mm (2.85 in). The ongoing tourist season is noticeable. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 5 hours.
November weather
The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 11 days in Poitiers, while the maximum of the rainfall amount is observable in November. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 11 °C (52 °F), and the night temperature continues to descent too, its value is 5 °C (40 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 3 hours.
December weather
The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 2 °C (36 °F) in Poitiers, and the descent of the day temperature can be observed too, the value of this measure is 8 °C (47 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum. The humidity reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 91 %. The day length is on its minimum, with its value being 8 hours.
FAQs
How humid is Poitiers in March?
In March in Poitiers, expect humidity around 79 %.
What is the night temperature in Poitiers in April?
The average night temperature in Poitiers in April is 5 °C (42 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.
Is there a dry season in Poitiers in May?
No, May is not a dry month in Poitiers, expect rain approximately 11 days in a month.
How many rainy days can I expect in Poitiers in June?
There are 8 days, which are rainy in Poitiers in June, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.0 days of the week, or in general - 28 % days.
Is it hot in Poitiers in July?
In July in Poitiers, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
Is there a wet season in Poitiers in August?
No, there is no wet season in Poitiers in August - you can expect 7 days of rain during the month.
Is September a good month to visit Poitiers?
There are good conditions for visiting in Poitiers in September. You can expect just 8 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 22 °C (71 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The temperature of 11 °C (52 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
What is the temperature in Poitiers during the day in October?
In Poitiers in October, the average daily temperatures will be 17 °C (63 °F). Nice temperature for walking around the city or on the beach, but you will probably get cold soon when wearing a swimsuit. When walking around all day, people used to cold conditions, pull out their shorts and get rid of their sweaters. On some days, when spending time in the direct sun, sunscreen can be useful, especially for people with more sensitive skin.
How many sunny hours can I expect in November in Poitiers?
In November in Poitiers, you can expect around 3 hours of sunshine.