The best times to visit Joucas for ideal weather are

April 23rd to October 21st

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Joucas Travel Info

Weather in Joucas

Temperature

Average temperatures in Joucas vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 46th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Joucas, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 90.7°F (32.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61°F (16.1°C) at night.

Joucas Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Joucas Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Joucas Perceived Temperature (F)

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Joucas Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Joucas Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 52.2 41.8 32.7
Feb 54.1 42.6 32.5
Mar 62.1 49.8 38.5
Apr 70.6 57.3 44.9
May 76.4 63.6 51.4
Jun 84.2 70.9 57.5
Jul 89.7 75.4 61.1
Aug 88.9 74 59.7
Sep 79.6 66.1 54
Oct 70.5 58.5 48.3
Nov 60 49.5 40.8
Dec 52.7 43.3 34.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 11.2 5.4 0.4
Feb 12.3 5.9 0.3
Mar 16.7 9.9 3.6
Apr 21.4 14.1 7.2
May 24.7 17.6 10.8
Jun 29 21.6 14.2
Jul 32.1 24.1 16.2
Aug 31.6 23.3 15.4
Sep 26.4 18.9 12.2
Oct 21.4 14.7 9.1
Nov 15.6 9.7 4.9
Dec 11.5 6.3 1.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Joucas are July, August, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid June. For example, on the week of June 18th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early November with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of November 5th.

When can you find snow in Joucas? Weather stations report a bit of annual snow likely to be deepest around January, especially close to early January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Joucas is often around around January 1st when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Joucas.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Joucas (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 14% 0.7 2.2
Feb 15% 0 1.5
Mar 13% 0.7 1.8
Apr 16% 0 2.2
May 17% 0 2.4
Jun 12% 0 2.2
Jul 6% 0 1
Aug 9% 0 1.6
Sep 14% 0 3.3
Oct 12% 0 2.9
Nov 19% 0 4.3
Dec 10% 0 1.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 14 1.8 5.6
Feb 15 0 3.8
Mar 13 1.8 4.6
Apr 16 0 5.6
May 17 0 6.1
Jun 12 0 5.6
Jul 6 0 2.5
Aug 9 0 4.1
Sep 14 0 8.4
Oct 12 0 7.4
Nov 19 0 10.9
Dec 10 0 4.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Joucas has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is July (41.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (69.4%).

Wind in Joucas is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by May and February. March’s average wind speed of around 5.3 knots (6.1 MPH or 9.8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid May where average top sustained speeds reach 11.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Joucas.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.3 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Feb 5 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.3 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.6 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
May 5.1 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.8 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.9 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.3 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.2 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.2 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.3 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.4 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 66.6%
Feb 58.9%
Mar 52.4%
Apr 52.2%
May 50.2%
Jun 47.3%
Jul 41.6%
Aug 45%
Sep 55.1%
Oct 64.5%
Nov 69.4%
Dec 67.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Joucas?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for France; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 20, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Joucas, France is June, followed by July and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Joucas in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 23.8 in November means 23.8% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Joucas Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 58.8°F (14.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 2 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Joucas, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 83.6°F (28.7°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Joucas to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 50°F (10°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 3 to 4 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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