Mont Orgueil
Mont Orgueil is a castle, archaeological site, and history museum located in Saint Martin, Jersey. Established in 1204, the granite structure is one of the most looked-up sights in the country.
Planning a visit
The castle is open daily from March 17 to October 31, from 10:00 to 18:00. During the winter months, from November to March, operations are limited to Friday through Monday, with the site closed on certain dates including January 1, March 16, and December 20-31. Summer months, particularly July and August, offer the warmest average temperatures of 17 °C and less rainfall compared to the wetter winter months. Admission fees apply for entry.
To reach the site, travelers can fly into Jersey Airport, located 13 km away. For those already on the island, the castle is 7 km from the capital, Saint Helier. Nearby attractions include Jersey Zoo, situated 5.1 km away, and Elizabeth Castle, located 8.1 km from the site.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, averaging 17 °C. The wettest is December, with about 123 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperature, °C | 8 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 9 |
| Rainfall, mm | 101 | 76 | 77 | 61 | 64 | 52 | 50 | 55 | 73 | 116 | 115 | 123 |
| Rainy days | 17 | 14 | 14 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 17 | 16 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
