Nîmes
City in France
Nîmes is a city in France with a population of about 152,000. It is located 579 km from Paris and attracts visitors to its historical sites, including the Arena of Nîmes and the UNESCO-listed Maison carrée.
What to see
The city is known for its architecture, specifically the Arena of Nîmes and the Maison carrée, which holds UNESCO status.
When to go
The warmest weather occurs from June through August, with daily highs ranging from 27 °C to 31 °C and lower rainfall, particularly in July with about 4 days of rain. Spring, from April to May, offers milder temperatures between 18 °C and 22 °C. Autumn, specifically September and October, sees the highest precipitation, with 110 mm and 116 mm of rain respectively, while winter months remain cool with temperatures often dropping to 2 °C or 3 °C.
Getting there
The Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport is located 10 km from the city. Alternatively, travelers can use the Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport, which is 43 km away.
Top sights in Nîmes
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 31 °C. The wettest is October, with about 116 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 10 | 11 | 15 | 18 | 23 | 27 | 31 | 30 | 25 | 20 | 14 | 10 |
| Average low, °C | 2 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 15 | 11 | 6 | 3 |
| Rainfall, mm | 61 | 48 | 44 | 69 | 62 | 42 | 25 | 43 | 110 | 116 | 86 | 72 |
| Rainy days | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Nîmes (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.