Perpignan Weather

Perpignan Weather - Clear blue skies
Our average weather chart for Perpignan city breaks shows why Perpignan weather is among the best in France. The Mediterranean coast location and the city’s sheltered position means Perpignan weather is hot in the summer. Surprisingly, the weather in Perpignan is hotter and sunnier than the Mediterranean resorts of Cannes, Nice, Marseille and Monte Carlo. Average Perpignan temperatures in summer are well into the upper 20ºs. Many days go well into the 30ºs. Summer evenings are gorgeously warm, reminiscent of summer nights in Barcelona. Perpignan summer weather brings a festive atmosphere to the streets and provides idyllic conditions for pavement cafes, outdoor eating and open-air entertainment. Perpignan weather between late May and early October virtually guarantees sunshine.

Perpignan Weather - Exceptionally sunny
The Perpignan climate is exceptionally cheerful, with around 300 sunny days a year! Perpignan average sunshine hours are some of the best in France, and not just in summer. Spring, autumn and even winter see long spells with bright blue skies. If you wish to avoid the hottest months consider September and October when the city celebrates the grape harvest. Average temperatures are ideal for relaxed sightseeing and there are far fewer visitors. Perhaps the best time to go to Perpignan is the spring when the weather can be delightful and the city is at its colourful best. Perpignan temperatures can easily reach 20º as early as April. Spring and autumn weather is less predictable than the summer but you will be very unlucky to experience bad weather.

Perpignan Weather - Mild winters
Perpignan winter weather is mild. Most winter days will seem warm and bright coming from the depths of the UK winter! Perpignan winter temperatures drop quite sharply at night so do come prepared. Perpignan rainfall tends to arrive in short periods of heavy rain followed by longer spells of sunny weather. Spring tends to be significantly drier than autumn. The weather in Perpignan can occasionally be very windy.