Nancy, Grand Est Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Nancy get?

Nancy gets 729 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 172 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 60% of France.

December is the wettest month, with 75 mm. April is the driest, with 42 mm. October has the most rainy days, about 18.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 26 days, to June 18, 2023.

Nancy weather by month

Nancy weather in January

In January, Nancy averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 16°C (2023) and the record low is -18°C (1997).

Nancy weather in February

In February, Nancy averages a high of 7°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2019) and the record low is -18°C (1986).

Nancy weather in March

In March, Nancy averages a high of 12°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 26°C (2021) and the record low is -15°C (2005).

Nancy weather in April

In April, Nancy averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 28°C (2007) and the record low is -6°C (2022).

Nancy weather in May

In May, Nancy averages a high of 21°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (2017) and the record low is -1°C (1976). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nancy weather in June

In June, Nancy averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (2019) and the record low is 2°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nancy weather in July

In July, Nancy averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 40°C (2019) and the record low is 5°C (1984). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nancy weather in August

In August, Nancy averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2003) and the record low is 4°C (1978). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nancy weather in September

In September, Nancy averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 34°C (2020) and the record low is 1°C (2012). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nancy weather in October

In October, Nancy averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (2023) and the record low is -6°C (2012).

Nancy weather in November

In November, Nancy averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 22°C (2015) and the record low is -13°C (1998).

Nancy weather in December

In December, Nancy averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 18% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 20°C (1977) and the record low is -16°C (1973).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Nancy

July is the sunniest month in Nancy, with estimated sunshine of 45% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 18%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 35% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Nancy is cloudier than 72% of France.

Humidity peaks in December at 89% and is lowest in July at 62%.

Nancy has about 6 days a year above 32°C. Nancy is cooler than 56% of France.

First and last freeze in Nancy

The first fall freeze in Nancy typically comes around October 28, and the last spring freeze around April 21. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 190 days.

Nancy weather records

These records cover ESSEY during 1973–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.

The hottest temperature on record at the Nancy station is 40°C, on July 24, 2019. The coldest is -18°C, on February 22, 1986.

The wettest day in the available station history brought 103 mm of precipitation, on May 22, 2012.

39 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.

The best time to visit Nancy

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near 0°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 4°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 13°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 6°C.

Nancy climate questions

How much rain does Nancy get?

Nancy gets 729 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 172 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Nancy?

December is the wettest month in Nancy, with 75 mm. April is the driest, with 42 mm.

How many rainy days does Nancy have a year?

Nancy has about 172 days with measurable rain in an average year. October has the most, about 18.

What is the hottest month in Nancy?

July is the warmest month in Nancy, with an average high of 26°C.

What is the coldest month in Nancy?

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

What is the record high temperature in Nancy?

Within the available 1973–2025 station history, the record high at the Nancy station is 40°C, set on July 24, 2019. The record low is -18°C, on February 22, 1986.

What is the sunniest month in Nancy?

July is the sunniest month in Nancy, with estimated sunshine of 45% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Nancy?

The first fall freeze in Nancy typically comes around October 28. The last spring freeze is around April 21.

What is the best time to visit Nancy?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.