Best time to visit Aix-en-Provence
Re-score for me — drag the dial — every chart on the page recolours live for your heat limit 27°C
Default 27 °C is the upper edge of the Holiday Climate Index "ideal comfort" band (Scott, Rutty, Amelung & Tang, 2016). Above this, most warm-tourism travellers report measurable discomfort.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
How is this scored? HCI / Steadman / CCI gate — full methodology and citations below.
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Tours in Aix-en-Provence
11 top-rated tours via Viator. Booking links earn this site a commission at no cost to you. Map locations are approximate (centred on Aix-en-Provence).
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From Aix-en-Provence : Lavender & Wine Sidecar Tour - 2
Aix-en-Provence Food Tour – A Full French Meal by Do Eat Better - 3
5-Hours Lavender Fields Tour in Valensole from Aix-en-Provence - 4
Medieval village of Castellet, Cassis & the beautifull Calanques - 5
Avignon, Saint Remy de Provence & Baux de Provence private day - 6
Wine, Olive Oil and Scenic Villages of Provence - 7
Arles, Saint-Remy Provence and Baux de Provence on a private day - 8
Verdon canyon, lavender of Valensole & Moustiers-Sainte-Marie - 9
Lunch in Provence: Discovering Local Flavors in Aix-en-Provence - 10
Explore Aix-en-Provence in 60 minutes with a Local - 11
Aix-en-Provence Half Day Wine Tour with Picnic & Pétanque
Last refreshed 2026-06-16.
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Other destinations with the most-alike year-round climate to Aix-en-Provence (apparent temperature, rain hours, sunshine — matched within the same trip-profile). The ±N chip compares each match's typical score for the current month against Aix-en-Provence's. Based on the 2020-2024 climatology, not this year's actual weather.
Month-by-month
| Month | Temp °C | Feels °C | Rain days | Rain h | Rain h/day | Humidity | Wind km/h | Sun h | UV | Interest | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2–11 | 7 | 6 | 69 | 11.5 | 68% | 19 | 166 | 1 | Quiet | 6 |
| Feb | 4–13 | 10 | 6 | 64 | 10.7 | 63% | 21 | 176 | 2 | Quiet | 7 |
| Mar | 5–15 | 12 | 6 | 71 | 11.8 | 54% | 22 | 220 | 3 | Quiet | 8 |
| Apr | 7–18 | 15 | 7 | 79 | 11.3 | 46% | 22 | 245 | 5 | Quiet | 8 |
| May | 12–22 | 20 | 10 | 100 | 10.0 | 51% | 20 | 271 | 6 | Quiet | 9 |
| Jun | 16–28 | 27 | 7 | 64 | 9.1 | 45% | 21 | 304 | 7 | Quiet | 9 |
| Jul | 19–31 | 30 | 2 | 13 | 6.5 | 36% | 22 | 325 | 8 | Quiet | 7 |
| Aug | 18–31 | 30 | 4 | 30 | 7.5 | 37% | 22 | 295 | 7 | Busy | 8 |
| Sep | 15–25 | 24 | 7 | 72 | 10.3 | 50% | 20 | 238 | 5 | Busy | 10 |
| Oct | 11–21 | 20 | 8 | 78 | 9.8 | 60% | 20 | 210 | 3 | Moderate | 9 |
| Nov | 6–15 | 13 | 8 | 76 | 9.5 | 67% | 19 | 166 | 2 | Peak | 7 |
| Dec | 2–11 | 8 | 8 | 84 | 10.5 | 72% | 19 | 155 | 1 | Moderate | 6 |
UV Index in Aix-en-Provence by Month
UV index in Aix-en-Provence peaks at 8 (very high) in July, dropping to 1 (low) in January. July reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
Best months in detail
September
10/1015–25°C (feels 24°C) · 7 rain days (72h) · 238 sun hours · 50% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 5 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 7 (high)
June
9/1016–28°C (feels 27°C) · 7 rain days (64h) · 304 sun hours · 45% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 9 (very high)
May
9/1012–22°C (feels 20°C) · 10 rain days (100h) · 271 sun hours · 51% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 6 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 7 (high)
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Show the other 9 months in detail
January
6/102–11°C (feels 7°C) · 6 rain days (69h) · 166 sun hours · 68% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 1 (low)
February
7/104–13°C (feels 10°C) · 6 rain days (64h) · 176 sun hours · 63% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 2 (low)
March
8/105–15°C (feels 12°C) · 6 rain days (71h) · 220 sun hours · 54% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 3 (moderate)
April
8/107–18°C (feels 15°C) · 7 rain days (79h) · 245 sun hours · 46% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 5 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 7 (high)
July
7/1019–31°C (feels 30°C) · 2 rain days (13h) · 325 sun hours · 36% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 8 (very high)
August
8/1018–31°C (feels 30°C) · 4 rain days (30h) · 295 sun hours · 37% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 8 (very high)
October
9/1011–21°C (feels 20°C) · 8 rain days (78h) · 210 sun hours · 60% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 3 (moderate)
November
7/106–15°C (feels 13°C) · 8 rain days (76h) · 166 sun hours · 67% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 2 (low)
December
6/102–11°C (feels 8°C) · 8 rain days (84h) · 155 sun hours · 72% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 1 (low)
Frequently asked questions about visiting Aix-en-Provence
When is the best time to visit Aix-en-Provence?
September is the highest-scoring month (10/10 on the Holiday Climate Index). Typical conditions: 15–25°C (7 rainy days). The top three months by score are September, June, May.
What is the worst time to visit Aix-en-Provence?
December is the lowest-scoring month (6/10). Typical conditions: 2–11°C (8 rainy days).
Is Aix-en-Provence too hot in summer?
2 months (July, August) trip the heat deal-breaker in our scoring: apparent temperature crosses the comfort cap, so even with clear skies and low rain the score is held down. Plan around it if heat tolerance is low.
When are crowds lowest in Aix-en-Provence?
Search-interest seasonality (Google Trends 2021-2025) is lowest in January and peaks in November. Interest tracks both in-trip visitors and lead-time planners, so treat it as a "destination is on people's minds" signal rather than literal arrivals.
Which months in Aix-en-Provence have good weather but fewer tourists?
May (climate 9/10, crowd index 0) and June (climate 9/10, crowd index 0) — shoulder months with above-average climate and below-median search-interest. Often the best value-for-weather trade.
What is the UV index in Aix-en-Provence by month?
UV peaks at 8 (very high) in July and is lowest in January at 1 (low). Monthly peak values: Jan 1, Feb 2, Mar 3, Apr 5, May 6, Jun 7, Jul 8, Aug 7, Sep 5, Oct 3, Nov 2, Dec 1. July reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
What is the UV index in Aix-en-Provence in July?
July is the peak UV month in Aix-en-Provence, with a daily-peak UV index of 8 (very high). At this level, sunburn can occur in under 20 minutes on unprotected fair skin. Apply SPF 50+, wear protective clothing and a hat, and avoid direct midday sun (11:00–17:00).
How high can UV get in Aix-en-Provence on the sunniest days?
Most days look like the monthly average, but on the sunniest ~1 in 10 days UV climbs higher than the mean suggests. June is the worst case: typical days average UV 7 (high), but the top 10% of days reach UV 9 (very high) — and even higher. Months where the sunniest days routinely exceed the typical reading: April, May, June, August, September. Plan sun protection for the worst case, not the average.
Is air quality in Aix-en-Provence bad for travelers?
PM2.5 (fine-particle pollution) exceeds the WHO sensitive-group guideline (15 µg/m³) in 4 months: January, February, March, December. The worst month is February with a typical-day mean of 12 µg/m³ (moderate); on the worst 10% of days PM2.5 reaches 22 µg/m³ (unhealthy for sensitive) and higher. People with asthma, heart conditions, or sensitive children may want to avoid these months or limit outdoor activity. Source: CAMS via Open-Meteo.