Weather in Cannes

About Cannes

Cannes glitters with film festival glamour—the Palais des Festivals anchors it all, but the real charm lies in the relaxed Riviera lifestyle. Palm-lined boulevards meet pebble beaches; yachts bob in the Vieux Port; street-level cafés pulse with people-watching opportunities.

Country

France

Best months to visit

June, July, August, September

Currency

EUR

Language

French

Things to do in Cannes

Walk the Croisette boulevard lined with designer boutiques Visit the Palais des Festivals (even non-festival times) Explore the Vieux Port and Suquet old town Island-hop to Îles de Lérins by boat Browse antique and art galleries in the old town Dine at beachfront restaurants with yacht views

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

January

12C

Cool, with occasional showers.

February

13C

Cool, with occasional showers.

March

15C

Cool, with occasional showers.

April

18C

Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.

May

21C

Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.

Recommended

June

26C

Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.

Recommended

July

29C

Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.

Recommended

August

29C

Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.

Recommended

September

26C

Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.

October

21C

Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.

November

16C

Cool, with some rainy days.

December

14C

Cool, with occasional showers.

Cannes is best known for its film festival red carpet, but for most of the year it's a relaxed Riviera town of palm-lined promenades, private beach clubs along La Croisette, and a charming old quarter, Le Suquet, with views over the bay from its hilltop church. The Lerins Islands, just a short boat ride away, offer pine forests and quiet coves a world away from the glamour on shore.

Best areas to stay in Cannes

La Croisette

The famous palm-fringed seafront promenade lined with luxury hotels, beach clubs and the festival palace.

Le Suquet

The hillside old town, with narrow streets, a hilltop church and views over the harbour.

Rue d'Antibes

The main shopping street running parallel to La Croisette, with boutiques and restaurants.

Lerins Islands

Two small islands a short ferry ride away, with pine forests, a monastery and quiet swimming coves.

Getting to Cannes

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Flights

Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is the nearest, about 30-40 minutes away by train or shuttle bus.

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From London

~2 hours by air from London to Nice, plus a short train or transfer to Cannes.

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Getting around

The town centre and seafront are walkable; local trains connect to Nice, Antibes and Monaco within 20-60 minutes.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Cannes?

May to September offers warm weather for the beach, though May (festival month) is extremely busy and pricey — June and September offer a quieter, more affordable alternative with similar weather.

Are the beaches in Cannes free?

Some sections of beach are public and free, but much of La Croisette is occupied by private beach clubs charging for loungers — public beaches are signposted and still have good sand.

Can I visit the Lerins Islands from Cannes?

Yes — regular ferries run from the old port to Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat, taking 15-20 minutes, ideal for a half-day of walking and swimming away from the crowds.

Is Cannes a good base for the Riviera?

Yes — Nice, Antibes, Monaco and Saint-Tropez are all within an hour by train or car, making Cannes a convenient and slightly calmer base than Nice.

What is Le Suquet?

Cannes' old town, a hillside quarter of narrow streets leading up to a 12th-century watchtower and church with panoramic views over the bay and harbour.

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

Took the ferry out to Sainte-Marguerite for the afternoon and had a quiet cove almost to ourselves — a great contrast to the buzz of La Croisette.

Sebastien M. · June 2024

★★★★☆

Visited just after the festival crowds had cleared and prices dropped — Le Suquet's hilltop views over the bay at sunset were the highlight of our stay.

Karen P. · September 2023

★★★★☆

Stayed during festival fringe events and the atmosphere was electric, though hotel prices were eye-watering. Day-tripped to Antibes which was much cheaper and just as lovely.

Diego F. · May 2024