Monaco Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Monaco
Weather in Monaco is shaped by its Mediterranean climate - expect hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July afternoons typically reach 83°F (29°C), while January highs hover near 54°F (12°C). Annual precipitation averages 29.6 inches (753 mm) over about 82 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 83°F (29°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 54°F (12°C)
- Record high: 94°F (35°C) · Record low: 30°F (-1°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: October (9 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (14.2 h sun/day)
- Climate type: Mediterranean - hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters
- Snow: about 2 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 83°F (29°C) and overnight lows stay near 71°F (22°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 54°F (12°C) and lows around 42°F (5°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 94°F (35°C) and dropped as low as 30°F (-1°C).
Rain, sun and snow
October is usually the wettest month. It brings about 4.9 inches (125 mm) of rain over 9 days, while July is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 14.2 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 2 days in a typical year, mostly from February through March.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54° | 42° | 6 | 1.9 in | 7.4 h/day | 69% |
| February | 56° | 44° | 7 | 2.8 in | 8.2 h/day | 70% |
| March | 59° | 46° | 6 | 2.8 in | 9.7 h/day | 67% |
| April | 64° | 51° | 8 | 2.3 in | 11.0 h/day | 68% |
| May | 70° | 58° | 9 | 2.4 in | 12.0 h/day | 72% |
| June | 78° | 66° | 8 | 1.6 in | 13.7 h/day | 72% |
| July | 83° | 71° | 3 | 0.5 in | 14.2 h/day | 69% |
| August | 84° | 71° | 5 | 1.0 in | 12.7 h/day | 65% |
| September | 77° | 65° | 7 | 2.2 in | 10.9 h/day | 67% |
| October | 70° | 58° | 9 | 4.9 in | 8.7 h/day | 74% |
| November | 62° | 49° | 9 | 4.3 in | 7.5 h/day | 71% |
| December | 56° | 44° | 6 | 3.0 in | 7.2 h/day | 72% |
Monaco month by month
Monaco weather in January
January brings highs around 54°F (12°C), lows near 42°F (5°C), about 6 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Monaco.
Monaco weather in February
February brings highs around 56°F (13°C), lows near 44°F (6°C), about 7 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Monaco weather in March
March brings highs around 59°F (15°C), lows near 46°F (8°C), about 6 wet days.
Monaco weather in April
April brings highs around 64°F (18°C), lows near 51°F (10°C), about 8 wet days.
Monaco weather in May
May brings highs around 70°F (21°C), lows near 58°F (14°C), about 9 wet days.
Monaco weather in June
June brings highs around 78°F (26°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), about 8 wet days.
Monaco weather in July
July brings highs around 83°F (29°C), lows near 71°F (22°C), about 3 wet days - typically the hottest month and the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Monaco.
Monaco weather in August
August brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 71°F (22°C), about 5 wet days.
Monaco weather in September
September brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), about 7 wet days.
Monaco weather in October
October brings highs around 70°F (21°C), lows near 58°F (14°C), about 9 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Monaco.
Monaco weather in November
November brings highs around 62°F (16°C), lows near 49°F (10°C), about 9 wet days.
Monaco weather in December
December brings highs around 56°F (14°C), lows near 44°F (7°C), about 6 wet days.
Seasons in Monaco
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Monaco is mild, with daytime highs averaging 64°F (18°C) and nights around 51°F (11°C); expect showers on roughly 23 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Monaco is hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 70°F (21°C); rain falls on about 15 days over the three months.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Monaco is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 69°F (21°C) and nights around 57°F (14°C); expect showers on roughly 25 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Monaco is mild, with daytime highs averaging 56°F (13°C) and nights around 43°F (6°C); expect showers on roughly 19 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Monaco
The best time to visit Monaco is generally June to September and March to April, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 74°F (23°C).
Pack for Monaco with a warm jacket and layers for the cooler season. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 71°F (22°C).
Monaco temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.