French Riviera weather

Weather on the French Riviera

Great weather is one of the main reasons the French Riviera has attracted so many people to its shores during the last two centuries.

The French Riviera is rarely cold or hot. Menton on the italian border has the best climate.

The French Riviera is rarely struck by winds or snow. Bad luck if this happens during your stay.

French Riviera weather:the seasons

The summer is warm and sunny, sometimes hot. The weather in summer is rarely unpleasant. July and August are the touristic and crowded months. Avoid them if you can. September is wonderful.

It may rain in fall, but this season is pleasant and quite. Winter is generally mild and attracts many retired people from Paris and northen Europe.

Spring is georgous with pleasant temperatures and flowers everywhere. You are in paradise.

Most raining season

As shown on the right, it rains moderately on the French Riviera. June, July and August are very dry. The weather on the French Riviera is predictable. You can plan your trip in advance.