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Le Havre, Normandy Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Le Havre, Normandy?
Le Havre, Normandy gets 740 mm of precipitation a year over about 204 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 23°C) and January the coldest (average low 3°C).
Oceanic climate
Le Havre, Normandy has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 8°C in January to 23°C in August. December is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 3° | 9° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 6° | 14° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 22° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 8° | 16° |
How much rain does Le Havre get?
Le Havre gets 740 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 204 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 96% of France.
December is the wettest month, with 81 mm. March is the driest, with 50 mm. October has the most rainy days, about 20.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 19 days, to August 17, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Le Havre got 573 mm of rain, against a normal of 740 mm for those months. February 2026 had the most, with 105 mm.
Le Havre weather by month
Le Havre weather in January
In January, Le Havre averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 17°C (2022) and the record low is -19°C (1985).
Le Havre weather in February
In February, Le Havre averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 20°C (2026) and the record low is -13°C (1986).
Le Havre weather in March
In March, Le Havre averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 25°C (2021) and the record low is -7°C (1971).
Le Havre weather in April
In April, Le Havre averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 27°C (2026) and the record low is -6°C (1978).
Le Havre weather in May
In May, Le Havre averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (2026) and the record low is -1°C (2021). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Le Havre weather in June
In June, Le Havre averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 41°C (2026) and the record low is 2°C (1991). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Le Havre weather in July
In July, Le Havre averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 40°C (2022) and the record low is 5°C (2015). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Le Havre weather in August
In August, Le Havre averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2003) and the record low is 4°C (1974). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Le Havre weather in September
In September, Le Havre averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (1984) and the record low is 2°C (1971). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Le Havre weather in October
In October, Le Havre averages a high of 16°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 29°C (2023) and the record low is -4°C (1997).
Le Havre weather in November
In November, Le Havre averages a high of 12°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 22°C (2015) and the record low is -7°C (1989).
Le Havre weather in December
In December, Le Havre averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 17°C (1989) and the record low is -9°C (2005).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Le Havre
April is the sunniest month in Le Havre, with estimated sunshine of 44% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 21%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 35% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Le Havre is cloudier than 73% of France.
Humidity peaks in December at 85% and is lowest in April at 75%.
Le Havre has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Le Havre is cooler than 92% of France.
First and last freeze in Le Havre
The first fall freeze in Le Havre typically comes around November 18, and the last spring freeze around April 6. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 226 days.
Le Havre weather records
These records cover CAEN-CARPIQUET during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Le Havre station is 41°C, on June 23, 2026. The coldest is -19°C, on January 8, 1985.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 93 mm of precipitation, on June 25, 2006.
46 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Le Havre
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near 3°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 6°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 13°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 9°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3° | 8° | 63 mm | 18 | 83% | 24% | 17° | -19° |
| February | 3° | 9° | 53 mm | 16 | 82% | 27% | 20° | -13° |
| March | 4° | 12° | 50 mm | 15 | 78% | 37% | 25° | -7° |
| April | 6° | 14° | 53 mm | 15 | 75% | 44% | 27° | -6° |
| May | 8° | 17° | 59 mm | 16 | 78% | 42% | 33° | -1° |
| June | 11° | 21° | 58 mm | 15 | 78% | 41% | 41° | 2° |
| July | 13° | 23° | 51 mm | 16 | 77% | 42% | 40° | 5° |
| August | 13° | 23° | 60 mm | 17 | 78% | 42% | 39° | 4° |
| September | 11° | 21° | 54 mm | 17 | 79% | 37% | 33° | 2° |
| October | 9° | 16° | 79 mm | 20 | 81% | 30% | 29° | -4° |
| November | 6° | 12° | 79 mm | 19 | 83% | 28% | 22° | -7° |
| December | 3° | 9° | 81 mm | 19 | 85% | 21% | 17° | -9° |
Station: CAEN-CARPIQUET, 43 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Le Havre climate questions
How much rain does Le Havre get?
Le Havre gets 740 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 204 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Le Havre?
December is the wettest month in Le Havre, with 81 mm. March is the driest, with 50 mm.
How many rainy days does Le Havre have a year?
Le Havre has about 204 days with measurable rain in an average year. October has the most, about 20.
What is the hottest month in Le Havre?
August is the warmest month in Le Havre, with an average high of 23°C.
What is the coldest month in Le Havre?
January is the coldest month in Le Havre, with an average low of 3°C.
What is the record high temperature in Le Havre?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Le Havre station is 41°C, set on June 23, 2026. The record low is -19°C, on January 8, 1985.
What is the sunniest month in Le Havre?
April is the sunniest month in Le Havre, with estimated sunshine of 44% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Le Havre?
The first fall freeze in Le Havre typically comes around November 18. The last spring freeze is around April 6.
What is the best time to visit Le Havre?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
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