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What’s the climate like in Corsica?

The current climate in Corsica features temperatures ranging from a high of 30°C to a low of 15°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 22°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 5°C and in the warmer months around 21°C.

The highest temperature recorded in Corsica in recent years was 39°C in June 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 6°C in February 2018.

On average, Corsica receives 553 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.

The climate in Corsica is based on weather data from Ajaccio. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Corsica to get the full picture of the climate.

Best time to visit Corsica?

The best time to go for a sun holiday to Corsica is April through November. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Corsica. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.

Climate Table of Corsica

The climate table of Corsica shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Temp. max (°C) 15 15 16 19 22 27 30 30 27 24 19 16
Temp. min (°C) 7 6 9 10 13 18 22 21 18 14 11 8
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Precipitation (mm) 53 65 54 35 45 25 8,4 14 37 59 95 62
UV Index 4 5 6 7 7 8 8 7 6 5 3 3

Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.

  • Average yearly temperature: 22°C
  • Highest temperature: 30°C in July and August
  • Lowest temperature: 15°C in January and February
  • Precipitation: 553 mm per year, averaging 46 mm per month
  • Driest months: 8,4 mm in July, 14 mm in August and 25 mm in June
  • Wettest months: 95 mm in November, 65 mm in February and 62 mm in December

Weather experiences in Corsica

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Average Temperature per Month in Corsica

This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Corsica, France. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.

Temperature per Month in Corsica, France,

Average Precipitation per Month in Corsica

This graph shows how much rainfall Corsica, France, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.

Precipitation per Month in Corsica, France,

Average UV Index per Month in Corsica

This graph shows the average UV index per month in Corsica, France. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.

UV Index per Month in Corsica, France,

Yearly Temperature in Corsica

This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Corsica, France. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.

Yearly Temperature in Corsica, France,

Total Yearly Precipitation in Corsica

This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Corsica, France, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.

Yearly Precipitation in Corsica, France,

Best Time to Visit Corsica

Corsica is an island belonging to France and is famous for its beautiful beaches. The best time to visit Corsica is between May and September. During this time the weather is warm and sunny and the temperature of the sea pleasant. It is also great to spend the whole day outside.

From June onwards it gets warmer, making it ideal for a swim in the Mediterranean. In summer, large numbers of tourists go to Corsica to enjoy the versatility of the island. It is too hot for hiking, but a great time to do water sports activities or explore mountain rivers.

The temperature drops again in late October and the winter months are mild, but there are periods of rain. Many hotels and restaurants are closed starting in November and reopen around Easter.

Weather experiences in Corsica

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Average weather in Corsica by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Corsica. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.

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