Toulouse
City in France
Toulouse is a city in southern France with a population of about 515,000. Located 588 kilometers from Paris, it attracts visitors interested in its history, aviation heritage, and UNESCO-listed landmarks.
What to see
The city features two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Canal du Midi and the Basilica of Saint-Sernin. Aviation enthusiasts can visit Aeroscopia, an aviation museum, or the Cité de l'espace, which focuses on space exploration.
When to go
Toulouse experiences warm summers and mild winters. July and August are the warmest months, with daily highs around 27 °C and the lowest frequency of rainy days, averaging about 8 days per month. Spring and autumn offer moderate temperatures, with highs ranging between 14 °C and 24 °C. Winters are cooler, with daily highs of 10 °C to 11 °C and increased rainfall, particularly in November, which averages 15 rainy days.
Getting there
The city is served by Toulouse-Blagnac Airport. It is located 7 kilometers from Toulouse.
Top sights in Toulouse
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 27 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 10 | 11 | 14 | 17 | 20 | 24 | 27 | 27 | 24 | 19 | 13 | 10 |
| Average low, °C | 2 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 14 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 11 | 6 | 3 |
| Rainfall, mm | 54 | 43 | 49 | 69 | 74 | 60 | 40 | 46 | 52 | 59 | 52 | 58 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 11 | 15 | 12 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Toulouse (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.