Lille, Hauts-de-France Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Lille get?

Lille gets 740 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 189 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 81% of France.

November is the wettest month, with 75 mm. April is the driest, with 45 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 19.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 28 days, to June 12, 2023.

Lille weather by month

Lille weather in January

In January, Lille averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The January record high is 15°C (2007) and the record low is -19°C (1982).

Lille weather in February

In February, Lille averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The February record high is 19°C (2021) and the record low is -13°C (1991).

Lille weather in March

In March, Lille averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The March record high is 25°C (2021) and the record low is -11°C (2013).

Lille weather in April

In April, Lille averages a high of 15°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (2013).

Lille weather in May

In May, Lille averages a high of 18°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2005) and the record low is -1°C (1981). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lille weather in June

In June, Lille averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2026) and the record low is 2°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lille weather in July

In July, Lille averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The July record high is 42°C (2019) and the record low is 4°C (1975). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lille weather in August

In August, Lille averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (2020) and the record low is 4°C (1978). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lille weather in September

In September, Lille averages a high of 20°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The September record high is 35°C (2020) and the record low is 1°C (1979). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lille weather in October

In October, Lille averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (2011) and the record low is -3°C (1983).

Lille weather in November

In November, Lille averages a high of 11°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The November record high is 21°C (2018) and the record low is -8°C (1983).

Lille weather in December

In December, Lille averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (2000) and the record low is -12°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Lille

April is the sunniest month in Lille, with sunshine about 42% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 19%. Over the year the sun shines about 33% of daylight hours. Lille is cloudier than 90% of France.

Humidity peaks in December at 88% and is lowest in April at 69%.

Lille has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Lille is cooler than 85% of France.

First and last freeze in Lille

The first fall freeze in Lille typically comes around November 13, and the last spring freeze around April 10. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 217 days.

Lille weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Lille station is 42°C, on July 25, 2019. The coldest is -19°C, on January 14, 1982.

The wettest day on record brought 63 mm of rain, on August 19, 2005.

42 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 Lille

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 7°C and lows near 2°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 23°C and lows near 13°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 8°C.

Lille climate questions

How much rain does Lille get?

Lille gets 740 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 189 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Lille?

November is the wettest month in Lille, with 75 mm. April is the driest, with 45 mm.

How many rainy days does Lille have a year?

Lille has about 189 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 19.

What is the hottest month in Lille?

July is the warmest month in Lille, with an average high of 24°C.

What is the coldest month in Lille?

January is the coldest month in Lille, with an average low of 2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Lille?

The record high at the Lille station is 42°C, set on July 25, 2019. The record low is -19°C, on January 14, 1982.

What is the sunniest month in Lille?

April is the sunniest month in Lille, with sunshine about 42% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Lille?

The first fall freeze in Lille typically comes around November 13. The last spring freeze is around April 10.

What is the best time to visit Lille?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.