Day
13 °C
Night
4 °C
Sea
12 °C
Precipitation
43 mm
in month
Rainy days
5 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
73 %
The coastal town of Leucate, nestled in France, is renowned for its warm climate with daytime temperatures that vary between a mild 12 °C (54 °F) in January to a sizzling 29 °C (84 °F) in the peak of July. The month of July sees the least amount of rainfall, amounting to just 3 days of precipitation, while the wettest month is April, receiving 7 days of rain on average. As for the sea, its temperature range is from a bracing 12 °C (53 °F) in February, climatically peaking at a warm 22 °C (71 °F) in August. When the sun sets, the temperatures tend to drop anywhere from a crisp 4 °C (39 °F) at night in January, to a balmy 18 °C (65 °F) throughout July nights.
As Leucate transitions through January, the descent of sea temperatures ceases, stabilizing at an average of 12 °C (54 °F), while the day temperature hits its yearly low, averaging 12 °C (54 °F). Beginning their upward trend, rainy days stand at 6 days. The chilliest night temperature of the year is noted at 4 °C (39 °F), and the ascent of sun hours, free from cloud coverage, starts at an average of 4 hours. The humidity peaks at a notable 77 %.
February in Leucate witnesses the coldest sea temperature of the year at a value of 12 °C (53 °F), concurrent with the onset of rising day temperatures at 13 °C (55 °F). Rainfall begins to moderate, averaging 5 days, and the trend towards drier conditions reflects in the 43 mm (1.70 in) of rainfall. Sunny hours without clouds are on the increase, measured at 5 hours.
In Leucate, with the arrival of March, evening temperatures begin to climb, averaging 7 °C (44 °F), while daytime warmth progressively increases, noted at 16 °C (61 °F). An uptick in sun hours emerges, recorded at 6 hours. March sees the highest wind speeds of the year in Leucate.
April's warmth in Leucate is signaled by the sea temperature increase, gauged at 13 °C (56 °F), alongside a continual rise in day temperature to 18 °C (65 °F). April rivals other months with the highest precipitation frequency at 7 days, and rainfall intensity begins to swell, recorded at 49 mm (1.94 in). Night temperatures keep ascending, settling at 9 °C (47 °F), and sunlit hours without cloud cover stretch out to 6 hours.
May sees a continued rise in sea temperature in Leucate, reaching 16 °C (60 °F), with day temperatures also on the increase, peaking at 22 °C (71 °F). The decline in precipitation intensity begins, yet the number of rainy days per month remains substantial. Nighttime temperatures increase to a mild 12 °C (54 °F), and the number of sunny, cloud-free hours continues its upward trend, noted at 7 hours.
June in Leucate marks the onset of the tourist season, with day temperatures soaring to a summery 26 °C (79 °F), while the sea temperature's crescendo continues, reaching 19 °C (66 °F). Precipitation levels taper off, registering at 27 mm (1.06 in). Evening temperatures climb higher, noted at 16 °C (60 °F), with sun hours reaching their zenith at 8 hours.
Leucate in July is ready for the influx of tourists, showcasing peak daytime temperatures averaging 29 °C (84 °F) and a continued rise in sea temperatures. A scarce 3 days of rain indicates a very dry month, compounded by a maximum in sunny hours, now at 10 hours. Night temperatures, too, hit a high, ensuring balmy evenings.
August in Leucate, still in high tourist season, continues to be dry, with the number of rainy days starting their gradual increase to 4 days. This is accompanied by an uptick in rainfall, measured at 27 mm (1.06 in). Sea temperatures reach their zenith at 22 °C (71 °F), and despite the beginning of a decline in wind speeds, August days remain relatively calm.
As summer wanes in September, Leucate's sea temperature begins its gradual decline to 20 °C (68 °F), mirrored by a downturn in day temperatures to 25 °C (77 °F). The number of rainy days mounts to 5 days, and rainfall ascends to 46 mm (1.79 in). The declining trend in sun hours becomes apparent, now at 7 hours.
Leucate in October experiences a continuing drop in sea temperatures to 18 °C (64 °F), and day temperatures also dip to 21 °C (69 °F). The increasing trend in rainy days is evident, documented at 6 days, while rainfall hits a high at 76 mm (2.98 in). Night temperatures cool further to 12 °C (54 °F), and the decrease in sun hours persists, averaging 6 hours.
November in Leucate sees progressively cooler day temperatures, with an average of 16 °C (60 °F), as the sea also continues its cooling trend, averaging 16 °C (61 °F). Night temperatures keep descending, now at 8 °C (46 °F), and rainfall volume begins to decline, averaging 55 mm (2.15 in). The decreasing number of sunny hours remains clear, recorded at 4 hours.
December brings a further decline in day temperatures in Leucate, with an average of 13 °C (55 °F), alongside the sea temperature also on a downward slide to 14 °C (57 °F). A reduction in rainy days is observed, with a value of 6 days. The year's lowest sun hours are evident, at 4 hours, and the shortest daylight duration is noticeable, with an average of 9 hours. Night temperatures continue their decline, settling at 5 °C (41 °F).
In January, the sea temperature near Leucate averages at a brisk 12 °C (54 °F).
February in Leucate marks the year's lowest sea temperatures, averaging 12 °C (53 °F), however, the day temperatures start to climb, signifying a slow transition towards warmer spring weather.
In March, Leucate experiences a noticeable temperature increase, with daytime averages reaching 16 °C (61 °F) and the nighttime lows gradually rising to 7 °C (44 °F).
April in Leucate experiences an average daytime temperature of 18 °C (65 °F) while the nighttime average chills down to 9 °C (47 °F).
Though rain persists in May with an average of 7 days of wetness, the sea warms up nicely to 16 °C (60 °F).
The onset of the tourist season sees day temperatures reaching a comfortable 26 °C (79 °F), while the sea is moderately warm at 19 °C (66 °F)
July in Leucate boasts peak temperatures, bringing hot, dry days with the mercury hitting an average of 29 °C (84 °F)
With only 4 days of expected rain, August in Leucate offers largely dry conditions favorable for tourist activities.
September's gradual cooling, with sea temperatures around 20 °C (68 °F), signals the end of the ideal beach-going season in Leucate.
Visitors in October will find Leucate with cooler weather, with day temperatures averaging 21 °C (69 °F) and approximately 6 days of rain, which may necessitate indoor plans.
With the approach of winter, Leucate faces cooler day temperatures at 16 °C (60 °F) and night temperatures dropping to 8 °C (46 °F).
December's chill with average day temperatures of 13 °C (55 °F) and colder nights at 5 °C (41 °F) sets a quieter, more serene atmosphere in Leucate.