Climate Overview
The climate in Tarascon-sur-Ariège is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1289mm of precipitation falls per year. Tarascon-sur-Ariège receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tarascon-sur-Ariège is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -4°C. Tarascon-sur-Ariège experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Tarascon-sur-Ariège vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is 0°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Tarascon-sur-Ariège is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1289mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 107mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 150mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 76mm. That's 74mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Tarascon-sur-Ariège receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 294cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 64cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Tarascon-sur-Ariège is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
82 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Tarascon-sur-Ariège, which began on September 23, 2026. Tarascon-sur-Ariège is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -4°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (82 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -1 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 362mm across the season with a monthly average of 121mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 375mm across the season with a monthly average of 125mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 283mm for the season, averaging 94mm per month. Expect around 42cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -4 to 6°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 269mm for the season, averaging 90mm per month. Expect around 161cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tarascon-sur-Ariège based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
