Nîmes, Occitanie Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Nîmes get?

Nîmes 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.

Nîmes weather by month

Nîmes weather in January

In January, Nîmes 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).

Nîmes weather in February

In February, Nîmes 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 49% of daylight hours. The February record high is 23°C (2019) and the record low is -10°C (2012).

Nîmes weather in March

In March, Nîmes 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).

Nîmes weather in April

In April, Nîmes 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.

Nîmes weather in May

In May, Nîmes 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 49% 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.

Nîmes weather in June

In June, Nîmes 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 54% of daylight hours. The June record high is 43°C (2019) and the record low is 7°C (1984).

Nîmes weather in July

In July, Nîmes 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).

Nîmes weather in August

In August, Nîmes 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 70% of daylight hours. The August record high is 41°C (2025) and the record low is 10°C (1972).

Nîmes weather in September

In September, Nîmes 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 56% 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.

Nîmes weather in October

In October, Nîmes 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).

Nîmes weather in November

In November, Nîmes 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 52% of daylight hours. The November record high is 27°C (1970) and the record low is -5°C (1985).

Nîmes weather in December

In December, Nîmes 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 Nîmes

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

Humidity peaks in December at 74% and is lowest in July at 46%.

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

First and last freeze in Nîmes

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

Nîmes weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Nîmes 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 Nîmes

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.

Nîmes climate questions

How much rain does Nîmes get?

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

What is the wettest month in Nîmes?

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

How many rainy days does Nîmes have a year?

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

What is the hottest month in Nîmes?

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

What is the coldest month in Nîmes?

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

What is the record high temperature in Nîmes?

The record high at the Nîmes 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 Nîmes?

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

When is the first frost in Nîmes?

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

What is the best time to visit Nîmes?

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