Brittany · July
Best travel monthPeak seasonFrance · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 9° (48°)3– (37–)14 (57) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)19 (66) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)23 (73) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)27 (81) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)29 (84) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)29 (84) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)27 (81) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)22 (72) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)17 (63) | 10° (50°)1– (34–)15 (59) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 4° (39°)-4– (25–)11 (52) | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)10 (50) | 5° (41°)-1– (30–)11 (52) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)11 (52) | 10° (50°)3– (37–)14 (57) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)16 (61) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)17 (63) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)16 (61) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)13 (55) | 5° (41°)-3– (27–)11 (52) |
☀️Sunshine | 3h UV 2 | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 5 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 3h UV 3 | 3h UV 2 |
🌊Water Temp | 9° (48°) | 9° (48°) | 10° (50°) | 12° (54°) | 14° (57°) | 17° (63°) | 19° (66°) | 20° (68°) | 19° (66°) | 16° (61°) | 13° (55°) | 11° (52°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d54mm (2.1") | 7d47mm (1.9") | 7d42mm (1.6") | 6d39mm (1.5") | 6d51mm (2.0") | 6d47mm (1.9") | 5d40mm (1.6") | 5d48mm (1.9") | 5d49mm (1.9") | 8d67mm (2.6") | 10d79mm (3.1") | 10d74mm (2.9") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
July is one of the best months to visit Brittany — with 9 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 22°C (72°F).
Daytime highs average 22°C (72°F), cooling to 14°C (57°F) at night (daily average: 18°C (64°F)). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 9°C (48°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 5 rain days with 40 mm (1.6 in) total. The sea is 19°C (66°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
High summer on the coast: with 20 to 22°C (68 to 72°F) by day and seven to eight hours of sun, beach life, markets and festivals are in full swing and Saint-Malo and the coastal towns are packed. The sea becomes comfortably warm at about 19 to 20°C (66 to 68°F) in August, while tides and currents still dictate the swimming plan.
Events & Festivals
- Les Vieilles Charruesmid-July (4 days)
One of France's largest music festivals, held since 1992 in Carhaix-Plouguer in inland Finistère, with around 230,000 visitors.
- Festival de Cornouaillelate July (4 days)
Held in Quimper's old town since 1923: Breton music, competitions for bagadoù (pipe bands) and dancers, closing with a large costume parade on Sunday.
Packing list for Brittany in July
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is July a good time to visit Brittany?
- Yes — July is one of the best months to visit Brittany (Climate Score: 76/100). Pleasant temperatures (22°C (72°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (5) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Brittany in July?
- In July, Brittany sees daily highs of 22°C (72°F). Nights cool to 14°C (57°F), with a daily average of 18°C (64°F). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 9°C (48°F).
- How much rain falls in Brittany in July?
- In July, Brittany receives an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Brittany get in July?
- Brittany averages 9 sunshine hours per day in July — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Brittany in July?
- Water temperature in Brittany in July averages 19°C (66°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
