Montpellier, Occitanie Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Montpellier, Occitanie gets 639 mm of precipitation a year over about 97 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 29°C) and January the coldest (average low 3°C).

Montpellier climate at a glance

Mediterranean climate

Montpellier, Occitanie has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 12°C in January to 30°C in July. October is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Montpellier get?

Montpellier gets 639 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 97 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 92% of France.

October is the wettest month, with 95 mm. July is the driest, with 17 mm. October has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 35 days, to February 12, 2022.

Montpellier weather by month

Montpellier weather in January

In January, Montpellier averages a high of 12°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The January record high is 22°C (2024) and the record low is -12°C (1985).

Montpellier weather in February

In February, Montpellier averages a high of 13°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The February record high is 23°C (2019) and the record low is -10°C (2012).

Montpellier weather in March

In March, Montpellier averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (1997) and the record low is -9°C (1971).

Montpellier weather in April

In April, Montpellier averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The April record high is 31°C (2011) and the record low is -2°C (1970). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Montpellier weather in May

In May, Montpellier averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The May record high is 35°C (2006) and the record low is 3°C (1974). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Montpellier weather in June

In June, Montpellier averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The June record high is 43°C (2019) and the record low is 7°C (1984).

Montpellier weather in July

In July, Montpellier averages a high of 29°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2026) and the record low is 11°C (1972).

Montpellier weather in August

In August, Montpellier averages a high of 29°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The August record high is 41°C (2025) and the record low is 10°C (1972).

Montpellier weather in September

In September, Montpellier averages a high of 25°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (1983) and the record low is 4°C (1971). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Montpellier weather in October

In October, Montpellier averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 95 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The October record high is 32°C (1997) and the record low is -1°C (1974).

Montpellier weather in November

In November, Montpellier averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The November record high is 27°C (1970) and the record low is -5°C (1985).

Montpellier weather in December

In December, Montpellier averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The December record high is 22°C (2023) and the record low is -8°C (1973).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Montpellier

July is the sunniest month in Montpellier, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. October is the cloudiest, at 43%. Over the year the sun shines about 53% of daylight hours. Montpellier is sunnier than 92% of France.

Humidity peaks in October at 76% and is lowest in July at 64%.

Montpellier has about 13 days a year above 32°C. Montpellier is hotter than 90% of France.

First and last freeze in Montpellier

The first fall freeze in Montpellier typically comes around November 25, and the last spring freeze around March 2. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 268 days.

Montpellier weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Montpellier station is 43°C, on June 28, 2019. The coldest is -12°C, on January 9, 1985.

The wettest day on record brought 299 mm of rain, on September 29, 2014.

45 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 Montpellier

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 9°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 18°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 12°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January56 mm972%50%-11°22°-12°
February39 mm872%50%-11°23°-10°
March41 mm870%46%-11°27°-9°
April56 mm967%51%-10°31°-2°
May44 mm969%50%-8°35°
June33 mm669%55%-6°43°
July17 mm464%72%-6°41°11°
August36 mm566%68%-5°41°10°
September87 mm770%55%-6°36°
October95 mm1176%43%-7°32°-1°
November78 mm1173%51%-8°27°-5°
December57 mm1075%48%-10°22°-8°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Montpellier climate questions

How much rain does Montpellier get?

Montpellier gets 639 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 97 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Montpellier?

October is the wettest month in Montpellier, with 95 mm. July is the driest, with 17 mm.

How many rainy days does Montpellier have a year?

Montpellier has about 97 days with measurable rain in an average year. October has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Montpellier?

July is the warmest month in Montpellier, with an average high of 29°C.

What is the coldest month in Montpellier?

January is the coldest month in Montpellier, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Montpellier?

The record high at the Montpellier station is 43°C, set on June 28, 2019. The record low is -12°C, on January 9, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Montpellier?

July is the sunniest month in Montpellier, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. October is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Montpellier?

The first fall freeze in Montpellier typically comes around November 25. The last spring freeze is around March 2.

What is the best time to visit Montpellier?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station MONTPELLIER-AEROPORT (8 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station MONTPELLIER-AEROPORT.