🇬🇧 London vs Montpellier 🇫🇷

London, United Kingdom vs Montpellier, France — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Montpellier is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Montpellier is drier, with roughly 22 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇬🇧 London🇫🇷 Montpellier
Avg annual high16°C20°C
Hottest monthJuly (24°C)July (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)January (4°C low)
Rainy days / year11189
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustMay, September, October

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

🇫🇷 Montpellier

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (4°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is London or Montpellier warmer?

Montpellier is warmer overall, averaging about 4 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, London or Montpellier?

London is rainier — Montpellier sees about 22 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit London vs Montpellier?

London is best around June, July, August; Montpellier is best around May, September, October.

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