Carnac stones
Carnac, France UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Carnac stones are an archaeological site consisting of stone rows in Carnac, France. This location is a classified historical monument and is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Planning a visit
The weather is warmest in July and August, when daily highs reach about 20 °C. The driest months are June and July, with about 8 rainy days each. For those visiting in winter, January and December are the wettest months, with about 15 to 16 rainy days and highs of about 9 °C to 10 °C.
To reach the site, you can fly into Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport, which is 113 km away, or Nantes Atlantique Airport, located 121 km from the site. Carnac is approximately 426 km from Paris. The site is located within the administrative areas of Carnac and La Trinité-sur-Mer.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 20 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 9 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 16 | 12 | 10 |
| Average low, °C | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 7 |
| Rainfall, mm | 95 | 70 | 67 | 59 | 65 | 42 | 47 | 40 | 63 | 96 | 91 | 104 |
| Rainy days | 15 | 13 | 13 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 13 | 14 | 16 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
