Best time to visit Monaco, Monaco

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The best time to visit Monaco is May-June

Whilst Monaco is a popular destination to visit all-year-round, May-June is the ideal time to go as it’s just before the beginning of the European summer holidays so there are less visitors and hotels are usually a bit cheaper, but the weather and ocean temperatures are still perfect for relaxing by the water. Nested on the south-coast of France overlooking the beautiful Medeterranean, this millionaire’s playground is home to the famous Monte Carlo Casino, Formula 1 street circuit, and some of the most incredible French cuisine imaginable.

In the summer months, temperatures can reach as high as 26℃ (80℉) in Monaco. The coldest it usually gets in winter-time in Monaco is around 1℃ (33℉).

The longest days between sunrise and sunset in Monaco are usually in July, so if you want to get the most out of your daytime activities, be sure to plan your visit around this time. The wet season in Monaco falls around November, so if you prefer the dryer weather, you should look to visit in January instead.

Keep reading to learn more about the best times to go to Monaco, including detailed weather information and tools to help you find and book great deals on your travel.

Warmest month

August

Least rainfall

January

Most daylight

July

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Monaco seasons

Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Monaco as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Monaco is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:

Season Months
Summer June to August
Autumn/fall September to November
Winter December to February
Spring March to May

Average temperatures in Monaco

If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Monaco for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.

Monaco climate by month

If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Monaco for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.

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Monaco in January

  • Average temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
  • Average high temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
  • Average low temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
  • Average humidity: 69%
  • Average sunny days: 18 days
  • Average rainfall: 34mm (1") over 10 days
18 days
of pure sunshine
10 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Monaco in January, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.


Monaco in February

  • Average temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
  • Average high temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
  • Average low temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
  • Average humidity: 70%
  • Average sunny days: 15 days
  • Average rainfall: 48mm (2") over 11 days
  • Average snow days: 1 days
15 days
of pure sunshine
11 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Monaco in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.


Monaco in March

  • Average temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
  • Average high temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
  • Average low temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
  • Average humidity: 71%
  • Average sunny days: 16 days
  • Average rainfall: 53mm (2") over 12 days
16 days
of pure sunshine
12 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Monaco in March, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.


Monaco in April

  • Average temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
  • Average high temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
  • Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
  • Average humidity: 73%
  • Average sunny days: 10 days
  • Average rainfall: 63mm (2") over 15 days
10 days
of pure sunshine
15 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Monaco in April, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.


Monaco in May

  • Average temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
  • Average high temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
  • Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
  • Average humidity: 75%
  • Average sunny days: 7 days
  • Average rainfall: 71mm (3") over 19 days
7 days
of pure sunshine
19 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Monaco in May, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.


Monaco in June

  • Average temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
  • Average high temperature: 21℃ (69℉)
  • Average low temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
  • Average humidity: 76%
  • Average sunny days: 7 days
  • Average rainfall: 71mm (3") over 18 days
7 days
of pure sunshine
18 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Monaco in June, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.


Monaco in July

  • Average temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
  • Average high temperature: 24℃ (74℉)
  • Average low temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
  • Average humidity: 73%
  • Average sunny days: 8 days
  • Average rainfall: 66mm (3") over 17 days
8 days
of pure sunshine
17 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Monaco in July, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.


Monaco in August

  • Average temperature: 21℃ (71℉)
  • Average high temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
  • Average low temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
  • Average humidity: 72%
  • Average sunny days: 10 days
  • Average rainfall: 41mm (2") over 14 days
10 days
of pure sunshine
14 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Monaco in August, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.


Monaco in September

  • Average temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
  • Average high temperature: 21℃ (69℉)
  • Average low temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
  • Average humidity: 72%
  • Average sunny days: 12 days
  • Average rainfall: 51mm (2") over 14 days
12 days
of pure sunshine
14 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Monaco in September, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.

Monaco in October

  • Average temperature: 15℃ (60℉)
  • Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
  • Average low temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
  • Average humidity: 72%
  • Average sunny days: 17 days
  • Average rainfall: 72mm (3") over 11 days
17 days
of pure sunshine
11 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Monaco in October, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.


Monaco in November

  • Average temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
  • Average high temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
  • Average low temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
  • Average humidity: 71%
  • Average sunny days: 16 days
  • Average rainfall: 127mm (5") over 12 days
16 days
of pure sunshine
12 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Monaco in November, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.


Monaco in December

  • Average temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
  • Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
  • Average low temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
  • Average humidity: 69%
  • Average sunny days: 19 days
  • Average rainfall: 60mm (2") over 9 days
19 days
of pure sunshine
9 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Monaco in December, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.


Top FAQs

The hottest month of the year in Monaco is usually August, where temperatures tend to rise to around 24℃ (75℉) in the middle of the day or early afternoon.
The month with the least amount of rain in Monaco is generally around January. The dry season often coincides with cooler weather, so you should check the temperatures in January first to make sure it’s still a good time to go.
The rainiest time of year in Monaco is generally around November, although the wetter season can sometimes extend a few months either side of November too.
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Monaco, or if you're just afraid of the dark, the days in July are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset.

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