The best times to visit Montlucon for ideal weather are

May 28th to September 23rd

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

 

 


Other Montlucon Travel Info

Weather in Montlucon

Temperature

Average temperatures in Montlucon vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 33rd 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 Montlucon, 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 83.1°F (28.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 54.9°F (12.7°C) at night.

Montlucon Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Montlucon 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.

Montlucon Perceived Temperature (F)

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Montlucon Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Montlucon 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 46.3 39.6 32.6
Feb 44.3 35.4 27
Mar 56.9 44.1 32.3
Apr 60.8 49.2 38
May 65.8 54.4 43.3
Jun 74.8 62.5 50.7
Jul 79.2 66.3 53.8
Aug 78.8 65 52.2
Sep 71.3 58 45.8
Oct 64.4 53.5 43.7
Nov 55.2 45.8 37.3
Dec 50.9 41.7 33.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.9 4.2 0.3
Feb 6.8 1.9 -2.8
Mar 13.8 6.7 0.2
Apr 16 9.6 3.3
May 18.8 12.4 6.3
Jun 23.8 16.9 10.4
Jul 26.2 19.1 12.1
Aug 26 18.3 11.2
Sep 21.8 14.4 7.7
Oct 18 11.9 6.5
Nov 12.9 7.7 2.9
Dec 10.5 5.4 0.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Montlucon are September, August, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid April. For example, on the week of April 16th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late April with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of April 23rd.

When can you find snow in Montlucon? Weather stations report a very small amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around January, especially close to mid January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Montlucon is often around around January 15th 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 Montlucon.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Montlucon (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 29% 0.4 2.7
Feb 26% 0.4 2.4
Mar 23% 0 2.3
Apr 23% 0 2.9
May 25% 0 3
Jun 19% 0 2.5
Jul 21% 0 2.3
Aug 19% 0 2.1
Sep 18% 0 3.1
Oct 21% 0 2.8
Nov 27% 0 3.2
Dec 19% 0 2.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 29 1 6.9
Feb 26 1 6.1
Mar 23 0 5.8
Apr 23 0 7.4
May 25 0 7.6
Jun 19 0 6.4
Jul 21 0 5.8
Aug 19 0 5.3
Sep 18 0 7.9
Oct 21 0 7.1
Nov 27 0 8.1
Dec 19 0 6.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Montlucon has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is August (61.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (80.1%).

Wind in Montlucon is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by April and January. February’s average wind speed of around 4.9 knots (5.7 MPH or 9.1 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 late December where average top sustained speeds reach 10.6 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.4 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.9 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.2 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.5 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
May 4 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Jun 3.6 Barely noticeable 7.7 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.5 Barely noticeable 7.5 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.4 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.6 Barely noticeable 7.9 Gentle breeze
Oct 3.5 Barely noticeable 7.8 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.2 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.4 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 80.1%
Feb 72%
Mar 64.8%
Apr 62.8%
May 66.5%
Jun 64.5%
Jul 61.3%
Aug 61.2%
Sep 68.3%
Oct 77.2%
Nov 79.1%
Dec 74.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Montlucon?

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 Montlucon, France is July, followed by May and June. 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 Montlucon in December. 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 slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 42.1 in December means 42.1% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Montlucon Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 69.5°F (20.8°C) and 51°F (10.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 8 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 comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Montlucon, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 76.4°F (24.7°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 8 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 Montlucon to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 54.4°F (12.4°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 9 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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