As the weather in Nimes is pleasant round the year, tourists can visit this French city whenever they want to.
The moderate Nimes weather is one of the factors that attract tourists from all parts of the globe. The climate of Nimes is Mediterranean in nature and can be characterized by moderate hot summers and mild and dry winters. The location of Nimes affects the climate of the city. Nimes is located in the southern part of France and its geographical co-ordinates are 43° 49? 59? North and 4°21? East.
During summer in Nimes there is up to twelve hours of sunshine in a day. The season is mild but the maximum temperature can sometimes escalate to 30°C or 86°F. The hottest months are June, July, August and September.
Winter in Nimes is cold. However, the temperature
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does not reach the freezing point. This season is also excellent for enjoying the colorful festivals. Mistral or the northerly winds that blow through the Rhone Valley are responsible for further lowering the temperature in winter. The lowest temperature can drop to 2.5 °C.
The other seasons in the city, namely autumn and spring are beautiful and preferred by tourists for visiting.
The city experiences a high rate of precipitation throughout the year. Rainfall in Nimes ranges approximately from 22 to 70 millimeters. Thus, tourists should always carry a raincoat and umbrella with them, whenever they visit the city. Nimes experiences the maximum amount of rainfall during the month of October.
The weather in Nimes remains moderate and mild throughout the year.
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