Best Time to Visit Caen
Best time: Jul, Jun, Aug, Sep.
Aug is warmest (23°C high); Dec is rainiest (82 mm).
Caen weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8.3 | 2.9 | 75 | 1.5 |
| Feb | 9 | 2.8 | 61 | 2.6 |
| Mar | 11.6 | 4.3 | 57 | 4.5 |
| Apr | 13.7 | 5.5 | 51 | 6.7 |
| May | 17.6 | 8.7 | 58 | 8.2 |
| Jun | 20.4 | 11.4 | 51 | 8.7 |
| Jul | 22.8 | 13.6 | 46 | 8.5 |
| Aug | 23 | 13.6 | 44 | 7.4 |
| Sep | 20.2 | 11.6 | 64 | 5.5 |
| Oct | 16.1 | 8.7 | 76 | 3.2 |
| Nov | 11.7 | 5.4 | 80 | 1.8 |
| Dec | 9.2 | 3.9 | 82 | 1.2 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulJunAugSep
Beaches: JulAugJun
Hiking: JulAugJunMay
Sightseeing: JulJunAugMay
Caen quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Caen?
Jul, Jun, Aug, Sep.
What is the rainiest month?
Dec, about 82 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 23°C.
Where to stay
See Caen hotels · Book Caen tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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