August · France
Best time to visit Honfleur in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Honfleur in August
Average temperature 20°C, 45 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.1/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 45 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Honfleur scores 9.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 20°C, 45 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Honfleur is a Normandy harbour town whose old basin of tall slate houses drew the Impressionist painters.
August in Honfleur — the year's strongest window
At 20°C (67°F) this is comfortable city weather in August, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
With around 45 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.2 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Honfleur at 9.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Honfleur in August?
- In August, Honfleur averages 20°C, 45 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.1/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Honfleur?
- August earns a 9.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Honfleur in August?
- Expect about 45 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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