Clermont-Ferrand, Rhône-Alpes Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Clermont-Ferrand get?

Clermont-Ferrand gets 563 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 140 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 73% of France.

June is the wettest month, with 68 mm. February is the driest, with 19 mm. May has the most rainy days, about 14.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 20 days, to October 13, 2023.

Clermont-Ferrand weather by month

Clermont-Ferrand weather in January

In January, Clermont-Ferrand averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The January record high is 22°C (2002) and the record low is -23°C (1971).

Clermont-Ferrand weather in February

In February, Clermont-Ferrand averages a high of 9°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The February record high is 24°C (2026) and the record low is -17°C (2012).

Clermont-Ferrand weather in March

In March, Clermont-Ferrand averages a high of 14°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2001) and the record low is -12°C (2005).

Clermont-Ferrand weather in April

In April, Clermont-Ferrand averages a high of 17°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (2005) and the record low is -7°C (2003).

Clermont-Ferrand weather in May

In May, Clermont-Ferrand averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2012) and the record low is -3°C (1976). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Clermont-Ferrand weather in June

In June, Clermont-Ferrand averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The June record high is 41°C (2019) and the record low is 1°C (1975).

Clermont-Ferrand weather in July

In July, Clermont-Ferrand averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (1983) and the record low is 4°C (1975).

Clermont-Ferrand weather in August

In August, Clermont-Ferrand averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The August record high is 41°C (2023) and the record low is 2°C (1980).

Clermont-Ferrand weather in September

In September, Clermont-Ferrand averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (1987) and the record low is -2°C (2002). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Clermont-Ferrand weather in October

In October, Clermont-Ferrand averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The October record high is 33°C (2023) and the record low is -9°C (1997). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Clermont-Ferrand weather in November

In November, Clermont-Ferrand averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The November record high is 24°C (2014) and the record low is -12°C (1993).

Clermont-Ferrand weather in December

In December, Clermont-Ferrand averages a high of 9°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The December record high is 21°C (1989) and the record low is -14°C (1980).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Clermont-Ferrand

July is the sunniest month in Clermont-Ferrand, with sunshine about 52% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 26%. Over the year the sun shines about 37% of daylight hours. Clermont-Ferrand is cloudier than 52% of France.

Humidity peaks in November at 84% and is lowest in April at 67%.

Clermont-Ferrand has about 11 days a year above 32°C. Clermont-Ferrand is hotter than 85% of France.

First and last freeze in Clermont-Ferrand

The first fall freeze in Clermont-Ferrand typically comes around October 25, and the last spring freeze around April 20. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 188 days.

Clermont-Ferrand weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Clermont-Ferrand station is 41°C, on June 26, 2019. The coldest is -23°C, on January 5, 1971.

The wettest day on record brought 76 mm of rain, on June 26, 2022.

44 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Clermont-Ferrand

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near 1°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 6°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 14°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 8°C.

Clermont-Ferrand climate questions

How much rain does Clermont-Ferrand get?

Clermont-Ferrand gets 563 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 140 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Clermont-Ferrand?

June is the wettest month in Clermont-Ferrand, with 68 mm. February is the driest, with 19 mm.

How many rainy days does Clermont-Ferrand have a year?

Clermont-Ferrand has about 140 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Clermont-Ferrand?

July is the warmest month in Clermont-Ferrand, with an average high of 27°C.

What is the coldest month in Clermont-Ferrand?

January is the coldest month in Clermont-Ferrand, with an average low of 1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Clermont-Ferrand?

The record high at the Clermont-Ferrand station is 41°C, set on June 26, 2019. The record low is -23°C, on January 5, 1971.

What is the sunniest month in Clermont-Ferrand?

July is the sunniest month in Clermont-Ferrand, with sunshine about 52% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Clermont-Ferrand?

The first fall freeze in Clermont-Ferrand typically comes around October 25. The last spring freeze is around April 20.

What is the best time to visit Clermont-Ferrand?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.