Perpignan, Occitanie Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Perpignan get?

Perpignan gets 578 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 92 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 95% of France.

October is the wettest month, with 82 mm. July is the driest, with 15 mm. April has the most rainy days, about 10.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 51 days, to July 30, 2026.

Perpignan weather by month

Perpignan weather in January

In January, Perpignan averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The January record high is 24°C (2024) and the record low is -8°C (1985).

Perpignan weather in February

In February, Perpignan averages a high of 13°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The February record high is 26°C (2020) and the record low is -6°C (2010).

Perpignan weather in March

In March, Perpignan averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (1997) and the record low is -6°C (1971).

Perpignan weather in April

In April, Perpignan averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (2011) and the record low is 0°C (1977). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Perpignan weather in May

In May, Perpignan averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (2026) and the record low is 2°C (1977). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Perpignan weather in June

In June, Perpignan averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The June record high is 42°C (2019) and the record low is 7°C (1978).

Perpignan weather in July

In July, Perpignan averages a high of 29°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2026) and the record low is 12°C (1972).

Perpignan weather in August

In August, Perpignan averages a high of 29°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The August record high is 41°C (2025) and the record low is 11°C (1992).

Perpignan weather in September

In September, Perpignan averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (1983) and the record low is 6°C (1984). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Perpignan weather in October

In October, Perpignan averages a high of 21°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The October record high is 34°C (1985) and the record low is 1°C (1973).

Perpignan weather in November

In November, Perpignan averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The November record high is 27°C (1970) and the record low is -6°C (1998).

Perpignan weather in December

In December, Perpignan averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The December record high is 23°C (1985) and the record low is -6°C (2001).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Perpignan

July is the sunniest month in Perpignan, with sunshine about 68% of daylight hours. October is the cloudiest, at 40%. Over the year the sun shines about 49% of daylight hours. Perpignan is sunnier than 87% of France.

Humidity peaks in December at 74% and is lowest in July at 53%.

Perpignan has about 14 days a year above 32°C. Perpignan is hotter than 94% of France.

First and last freeze in Perpignan

The first fall freeze in Perpignan typically comes around December 3, and the last spring freeze around February 18. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 288 days.

Perpignan weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Perpignan station is 42°C, on June 28, 2019. The coldest is -8°C, on January 15, 1985.

The wettest day on record brought 222 mm of rain, on November 12, 1999.

33 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Perpignan

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

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 5°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 10°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 19°C.

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

Perpignan climate questions

How much rain does Perpignan get?

Perpignan gets 578 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 92 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Perpignan?

October is the wettest month in Perpignan, with 82 mm. July is the driest, with 15 mm.

How many rainy days does Perpignan have a year?

Perpignan has about 92 days with measurable rain in an average year. April has the most, about 10.

What is the hottest month in Perpignan?

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

What is the coldest month in Perpignan?

January is the coldest month in Perpignan, with an average low of 4°C.

What is the record high temperature in Perpignan?

The record high at the Perpignan station is 42°C, set on June 28, 2019. The record low is -8°C, on January 15, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Perpignan?

July is the sunniest month in Perpignan, with sunshine about 68% of daylight hours. October is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Perpignan?

The first fall freeze in Perpignan typically comes around December 3. The last spring freeze is around February 18.

What is the best time to visit Perpignan?

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